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Hypercalciuria

Excessive urinary calcium excretion.

Elevated calcium loss in urine that can contribute to kidney stone formation and bone loss; influenced by dietary calcium, sodium, protein, and acid-base balance.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper)Glossary

    Elevated calcium loss in urine that can contribute to kidney stone formation and bone loss; influenced by dietary calcium, sodium, protein, and acid-base balance.

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