Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) Practice Exam

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What medical condition is associated with the presence of uric acid crystals?

Rheumatoid arthritis
Gout
Osteoarthritis
Psoriatic arthritis

The correct answer is: Gout

The presence of uric acid crystals is primarily associated with gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis. Gout occurs when there is an excess of uric acid in the blood, leading to the formation of sharp, needle-like crystals that deposit in the joints, causing extreme pain and inflammation. This condition typically affects the big toe but can impact other joints as well. In contrast, the other conditions listed do not involve uric acid crystals. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that leads to chronic inflammation of the joints but is not characterized by uric acid deposition. Osteoarthritis is primarily a degenerative joint disease that results from wear and tear on the joints over time, and it does not involve uric acid crystallization. Psoriatic arthritis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that can occur in people with psoriasis but is also not linked specifically to uric acid crystals. Thus, gout is the distinct condition related to the crystallization of uric acid in the joints.