Calcium oxalate crystals are a common finding in urine samples. They are formed by the combination of calcium and oxalic acid, and may appear as small, colorless, or yellow-brown crystals with distinct edges under a microscope. High levels of oxalate in the urine can cause the formation of these crystals, which can lead to kidney stones or urinary tract infections. Treatment options may include medications to reduce oxalate levels, increased fluid intake, and dietary changes to avoid foods that are high in oxalate.
Oxalate is interesting because on both the input and output side solubility is an explicit consideration but its maybe not obvious how to control it. Besides intake and uptake issues, endogenous production may be a factor. Microbial contributions to health and disease are complicated again at both intake and output. I have noted a few posts with crystals in biological fluids. I'm curious how often identification is made just by microscope or if additional techniques such as SEM or Raman may be used to verify content or explore details relevant to the clinician.
A higher level of urine oxalate may mean you are at risk of developing kidney stones.
Great capture, calcium oxalate crystals can be mainly seen in acidic urine👍
Food like tomatoes, spinach, nuts are high in oxalate
calcium oxalate crystal, Very well captured image
Hermosa imagen microscópica de cristales de oxalato de calcio.
Very well captured image and great insights!
Thanks for good information
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1yHow to prepare slide?any procedure!