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Kidney Stone Analysis Test
₹ 1,650
Kidney Stone Analysis Test
₹ 1,650
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Kidney Stone Analysis Test

Also Known As : Stone Analysis, Kidney Calculus, Renal Stone Test

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Report next day 5pm
Fasting
Fasting no
Recommended for
Recommended for Male, Female
Stone Analysis, Kidney calculus
₹ 1,650

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Preparation
No special preparation required
Also Known As
Stone Analysis, Kidney Calculus, Renal Stone Test
Fasting
Fasting not required
Reporting Time
Next day
Purpose
To identify the chemical composition of kidney stones and help determine their cause, prevention, and treatment strategy

What is a Kidney Stone Analysis Test?

A kidney stone analysis test helps determine the exact chemical composition of a kidney stone that has been passed naturally or surgically removed. The stone is examined using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry (FTIR). This method analyses how infrared light interacts with the stone’s minerals to identify its components, such as calcium oxalate, uric acid, struvite, or cystine.

Knowing the stone composition helps your doctor understand why it formed and supports personalised treatment and prevention planning. The stone itself is the sample used for analysis.

What Does a Kidney Stone Analysis Test Measure?

The test identifies the minerals that make up your kidney stone, helping determine its type and likely cause:

  • Calcium Oxalate or Phosphate Stones: Most common; often linked to dehydration, high urine calcium/oxalate, or dietary factors.
  • Uric Acid Stones: Often related to acidic urine or high purine intake/metabolism.
  • Struvite Stones: Commonly associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) with urease-producing bacteria.
  • Cystine Stones: Caused by an inherited condition called cystinuria.

This information helps tailor hydration targets, diet advice, and medications to reduce recurrence risk.

Kidney Stone Analysis Test: Who Needs It and Why It’s Done

What Symptoms May Call for a Kidney Stone Analysis Test?

Your doctor may recommend this test if you have:

  • Severe back or side pain that comes and goes
  • Pain during urination
  • Blood in urine
  • Frequent urinary tract infections
  • History of kidney stones or unexplained urinary blockage

Who Should Get a Kidney Stone Analysis Test?

  • People who have passed or had a kidney stone removed
  • Those with recurrent kidney stones or a family history of stones
  • Patients with metabolic disorders that increase stone risk
  • Individuals with urinary tract infections linked to stones

Why is a Kidney Stone Analysis Test Done?

The test determines the cause of stone formation by identifying the stone’s chemical makeup. This supports a targeted plan for prevention, including diet modifications, hydration goals, and (when needed) medications.

Importance of a Kidney Stone Analysis Test

Kidney stones often recur, and prevention depends heavily on stone type. Stone analysis gives actionable insight into the mineral drivers of stone formation, helping you:

  • Reduce recurrence through targeted diet and lifestyle changes
  • Address infection-related stones appropriately
  • Identify metabolic contributors and optimise long-term kidney health

Kidney Stone Analysis Test Booking & Reports – Metropolis Healthcare

How to Book the Kidney Stone Analysis Test and Get Your Reports

  1. Book Online: Use the Metropolis Healthcare App or website to select the Kidney Stone Analysis Test.
  2. Sample Submission: Submit the stone sample at a Metropolis lab, or request home collection.
  3. Sample Handling: The stone is handled securely to preserve integrity during transport.
  4. Testing: FTIR spectroscopy is used in NABL and CAP accredited laboratories for precise identification.
  5. Report Access: Reports are shared via email, WhatsApp, or downloadable via the website/app.

Is Home Sample Collection for Kidney Stone Analysis Test Available Near You?

Yes. Metropolis Healthcare offers home collection for kidney stone testing in many locations. The technician can collect the stone sample safely from your location.

How Long Does It Take to Get a Kidney Stone Analysis Test Report?

Reports are usually available by the next day once the sample reaches the lab.
Note: Reporting time and cost may vary based on your location.

Where Can I See or Get Kidney Stone Analysis Test Results?

Reports are available through the Metropolis Healthcare website/app, and may also be delivered via email or WhatsApp. Printed copies can be collected from the laboratory.

Interpreting Kidney Stone Analysis Test Results

What Your Kidney Stone Analysis Test Results May Indicate

Stone Type

Common Composition

Key Risk Factors

Recommended Preventive Measures

Calcium Oxalate / Phosphate

70–80%

High urine calcium/oxalate/uric acid, low urine volume

Increase fluids; maintain normal calcium intake; limit salt; reduce high-oxalate foods (spinach, peanuts, chocolate, tea)

Struvite (Magnesium Ammonium Phosphate)

10–15%

UTI (often Proteus), high urine pH

Treat UTIs promptly; monitor urinary pH; follow clinician guidance

Uric Acid

5–10%

High uric acid, low urine pH

Reduce purine-rich foods (red meat, mushrooms, alcohol); increase hydration

Cystine

<1%

Inherited cystinuria

Ongoing medical management; high fluid intake; specialist follow-up

 

How Should You Prepare for a Kidney Stone Analysis Test?

  • No fasting required; eat and drink normally.
  • Collect the stone carefully: Store it in a clean, dry container.
  • Keep it dry: Do not add fluids; do not tape the stone to the container.
  • Label clearly: Add patient details and relevant clinical history if advised.
  • Inform your doctor if you passed multiple stones or recently had stone surgery.

How Is a Kidney Stone Analysis Test Done? (Step-by-Step Procedure)

  1. Collection: The stone is placed in a clean, dry, leak-proof container.
  2. Inspection: The lab examines stone size, shape, and weight.
  3. FTIR Analysis: Infrared spectroscopy identifies mineral composition by analysing absorption patterns.
  4. Reporting: Results typically list the stone type and percentage composition of each mineral component.

Conditions That May Affect Kidney Stone Analysis Test Accuracy

  • Mixing stones from different episodes may complicate interpretation.
  • Incomplete collection or contamination (e.g., tissue) may affect analysis.
  • Mixed stone types in a single kidney may produce combined results.
  • Limited clinical history may reduce the usefulness of preventive interpretation.

Diseases That a Kidney Stone Analysis Test Can Help Detect

  • Nephrolithiasis (Kidney Stones)
  • Recurrent urinary tract infections
  • Metabolic stone disease
  • Cystinuria and other genetic stone disorders
  • Hypercalciuria or hyperuricosuria (elevated urine calcium or uric acid)

Kidney Stone Analysis Test Price in Different Cities

The cost of a Kidney Stone Analysis Test may vary depending on your location. Here's a table showing the approximate price range for the Kidney Stone Analysis Test at Metropolis Healthcare in major Indian cities:

City

Approximate Cost (INR)

Mumbai

₹ 1,200 to ₹ 1,740

Delhi

₹ 1,200 to ₹ 1,740

Bengaluru

₹ 1,200 to ₹ 1,740

Chennai

₹ 1,200 to ₹ 1,740

The Kidney Stone Analysis Test cost may vary depending on the city and the specific tests included in the panel. However, Metropolis Healthcare offers competitive Kidney Stone Analysis Test prices across major cities in India.

References

  1. Lieske J.C., Rule A.D., Krambeck A.E., et al. (2014). Stone composition as a function of age and sex. Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, 9(12), 2141–2146. PMID: 25324599
  2. Daudon M., Frochot V., Bazin D., Jungers P. (2018). Crystalluria analysis and the risk of kidney stones: a review. Kidney International, 94(5), 882–890. PMID: 30104000
  3. Pak C.Y. (2012). Kidney stones. Lancet, 379(9819), 333–344. PMID: 22189063
  4. Worcester E.M., Coe F.L. (2010). Clinical practice: calcium kidney stones. New England Journal of Medicine, 363(10), 954–963. PMID: 20818904
  5. Moe O.W. (2006). Kidney stones: pathophysiology and medical management. Lancet, 367(9507), 333–344. PMID: 16443043

Frequently asked questions

Find quick answers to the most common questions about health tests, bookings, and reports.

It identifies the chemical composition of the kidney stone (e.g., calcium oxalate, uric acid, struvite) to determine why it formed.

You can collect a stone passed in urine in a clean, dry container, or it may be surgically removed and submitted by your doctor.

No. Fasting is not required.

Mixed stones are common. The report typically lists each mineral component and its percentage to guide prevention.

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