That could be kidney stones. I'd go see your doctor if I was you and tell him/her immediately.
Keeping a urine sample refrigerated allows the pH to aid in identification of crystals. Crystals form when urine is kept cool.
Tyrosine crystals
uric acid crystals
Uric acid.
Amorphous crystals are found in the urine samples of healthy patients and are very common in health care workers. Rarely amorphous crystals can indicate liver impairment or disease.
Crystalluria is the abnormal condition of crystals in the urine.
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Yes, in some cases Blue Buffalo Cat Food does cause crystals in Cat urine.
Amorphous urates are normal in urine. There are several types of amorphous crystals, each composed of different elements and forming in specific urine conditions. Amorphous crystals are misidentified as bacteria.
Sulfa crystals in urine are typically caused by the presence of sulfonamide medications in the body, which can precipitate in the urine, especially when urine is concentrated or has a low pH. Dehydration, low urine output, and high protein intake can also contribute to the formation of these crystals. Additionally, underlying conditions that affect kidney function or urine composition may increase the likelihood of crystallization. Proper hydration and monitoring of medication dosages can help minimize the risk.
Incorporating cranberry into the diet of cats with crystals can help prevent urinary tract infections and reduce the formation of crystals in their urine. Cranberry contains compounds that can make the urine more acidic, which may help dissolve crystals and prevent them from forming.
Crystals in urine can be a precursor to kidney stones, but they are not the stones themselves. When certain substances in urine become concentrated, they can form crystals, which may eventually develop into stones if they grow large enough. Various factors, including diet and hydration levels, influence crystal formation. However, not all crystals lead to kidney stones, and their presence alone does not indicate a stone.