Urate Oxidase and Urate (Part 3): Why Do Humans and Other Apes Live Longer?

The video explores purine catabolism, focusing on urate's role in protecting against free radicals. It discusses the absence of urate oxidase in great apes and its potential link to longer lifespans. The video explains how urate can neutralize radicals through electron conjugation, reducing their reactivity. It also covers the interaction between urate and superoxide, highlighting the protective mechanisms involved.

What are the potential consequences of high levels of urate in the blood?

What role do dietary factors play in the production of free radicals?

Discuss the proposed mechanisms by which urate may exert anti-inflammatory properties.

How does the urate molecule interact with superoxide radicals?