Serum uric acid and its association with general and abdominal obesity and elevated blood pressure among young adults in Sylhet division, Bangladesh

Key Points

• Elevated serum uric acid levels are linked with higher rates of general obesity and abdominal obesity among young adults.
• The study found that 27% of young adults had elevated blood pressure, correlating with obesity metrics.
• Assessment using serum uric acid measurements shows significant connections to both obesity and blood pressure in the population.
• The findings highlight potential early indicators for future cardiovascular issues and metabolic disorders.