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Citric acid urine test

The citric acid test measures citric acid in urine and is used to diagnose renal tubular acidosis and evaluate renal stone disease.

Update Date: 3/2/2006

Updated by: Daniel R. Alexander, M.D., Department of Internal Medicine, St. Mary's Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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