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Medical Conditions - Phosphate Crystals

"Calcium phosphate crystals appear colorless and star-like that may show up alone or in clusters. These crystals often appear in alkaline urine but can also be found in normal urine. Calcium phosphate crystals may be caused by hypoparathyroidism. Symptoms of having calcium phosphate crystals include pain, fever, cloudy or foamy urine, and hematuria. Treatment consists of drinking more water, getting more calcium, and taking vitamin D supplements. "

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Does inadequate water intake cause urine discoloration?

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What are the white floating layers in my urine?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The white floating things in urine are usually phosphate crystals which often precipitate on keeping urine in a container or when urine is more acidic.

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