Scientists Reawaken Ancient Human Gene with Potential Gout Cure
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Scientists at Georgia State University used CRISPR to restore an ancient enzyme called uricase in human liver cells, which significantly reduced uric acid levels and prevented fat buildup, offering a promising new approach to treat gout and related metabolic diseases.
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