What is another word for purine?
Pronunciation: [pjˈʊɹiːn] (IPA) 
Purine is a chemical compound found in many foods and beverages. It is a component of DNA and RNA and plays an essential role in cellular metabolism. Some synonyms for purine include adenine, guanine, xanthine, hypoxanthine, uric acid, and theobromine. Adenine and guanine are nitrogen-containing bases that pair up in DNA and RNA molecules. Xanthine and hypoxanthine are metabolic breakdown products of adenine and guanine. Uric acid is the end product of purine metabolism and is excreted in urine. Theobromine is a purine alkaloid found in chocolate. Monitoring purine intake is important for people with gout, as high levels of uric acid can lead to inflammation and joint pain.
