For older Chinese women, waist-to-height ratio is the best body measurement for predicting high uric acid levels.
Scientific Claim
Waist-to-height ratio has the highest predictive ability for elevated serum uric acid levels in elderly Chinese females (AUC 0.651), compared to other obesity indices.
Original Statement
“Elevated SUA: Female WHtR AUC 0.651 (highest), WC 0.641, BMI 0.615, WHpR 0.630, BAI 0.628.”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
The study reports statistical prediction without causation; 'highest predictive ability' accurately reflects comparative index performance in observational data.
More Accurate Statement
“Waist-to-height ratio is associated with the highest predictive ability for elevated serum uric acid levels in elderly Chinese females (AUC 0.651), compared to other obesity indices.”
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
Body mass index, waist circumference, and waist-to-height ratio for prediction of multiple metabolic risk factors in Chinese elderly population