THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

GALLBLADDER AND EXCRETORY SYSTEM OF THE LIVER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a kidney stone made of?
A
rock material
B
excess waste/ vitamins, salts, calcium
C
bone
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Kidney stones (also called renal calculi, nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. Diet, excess body weight, some medical conditions, and certain supplements and medications are among the many causes of kidney stones.

Detailed explanation-2: -Calcium oxalate stones are the most common type of kidney stone. Kidney stones are solid masses that form in the kidney when there are high levels of calcium, oxalate, cystine, or phosphate and too little liquid.

Detailed explanation-3: -Calcium stones: Most kidney stones are composed of calcium and oxalate. Many people who form calcium containing stones have too much calcium in their urine, a condition known as hypercalciuria There are several reasons why hypercalciuria may occur. Some people absorb too much calcium from their intestines.

Detailed explanation-4: -They form from your waste. Urine contains excess salts and minerals that your body doesn’t need anymore. Sometimes, when your urine has a high amount of minerals, these waste products can build up into kidney stones. “Imagine kidney stones forming the same way rock candy is formed, ‘’ says Dr.

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