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Preferred Sample Type

Renal Calculi (Stones)

Suitable Specimen Types

  • Special Collection Procedures Apply
Send complete stone in suitable container

Specimen Transport

First Class post

Sample Processing in Laboratory

Usual

Sample Preparation

Usual

Turnaround Time

10 working days

Sample Stability

4 ºC or room temperature

Renal Calculi (Stones)

General Information

Renal calculi and stones from other sources (e.g. gallstones, salivary stones) are analysed by quantitative Fourier transform infra red (FTIR) spectroscopy. Results are reported as weight of stone, description, % composition.

Patient Preparation

None

Notes

From 25 June 2016, specimens sent to City Hospital, Birmingham for analysis.

Reference Range

Provided by reference laboratory

Specifications

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