Classify the composition
Determine stone composition, risk factors, and optimal treatment
The presence of stones within kidneys, or nephrolithiasis, is the most common condition affecting the urinary system.1 Kidney stones correlate with an increased risk of chronic kidney disease, end-stage renal failure, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and hypertension.
To optimize patient care, our kidney stone services will identify the physical compositions of stones. Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ comprehensive approach and concise report supports your practice with accurate interpretation to guide clinical decisions.
Guiding patient therapy
Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ kidney stone analysis evaluates the urinary stones’ crystalline complexes for insights that can be useful to facilitate treatment decisions. Knowledge of stone composition is particularly useful for individuals with recurrent stone formation.
Key testing
KIDST | Kidney Stone Analysis
When to consider testing
7 steps to clean and dry kidney stones
For the highest quality results, follow the kidney stone preparation steps laid out in our 7 part video series.
Proper stone collection guidance
Optimum analysis stems from proper specimen collection. Increase accuracy and improve turnaround time by reviewing our stone collection instructions.
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