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This study describes a novel circulating immunoglobulin M (IgM)-involved protein complex that interferes with the uricase method and reduces serum UA measurement accuracy. A total of 24 serum samples were collected from 18 patients, and complete clinical information and laboratory data were obtained. Samples were divided into three groups according to their UA reaction curves. Optical density values were extracted to analyze differential insoluble properties, serum viscosity was measured, coimmunoprecipitation was performed for IgM complex detection, and three additional clinical methodologies were used for UA measurement and comparison. All samples exhibiting unique reaction curves showed simultaneous elevations in IgM and complement component 4 (C4) levels. Circulating IgM formed a protein complex with C4d without significantly increasing serum viscosity. The insolubility of the IgM\u2013C4d complex was attributable to the particular alkaline component of the uricase reagent. Inaccurate UA measurements could only be corrected by mass spectrometry. This study represents the first report of the circulating IgM\u2013C4d protein complex. 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