Abstract:Background: Down syndrome (DS) is the most common chromosomal abnormality. Children with DS have elevated serum uric acid (UA) levels.
Objective(s):The aim of the present study was to estimate the serum UA levels in children with DS and compare it with the levels in normal children. Methods: A case control study was conducted on 200 children at Alexandria University hospital, divided into two groups. Group I: included 100 children with DS (cases). Group II: included 100 healthy children as a control group. Chi… Show more
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