FTIR Analysis of Kidney Stone Using IRSpirit-TX

User Benefits

- FTIR analysis of kidney stones can be easily performed with minimal sample preparation using QATR-S. - Quick identification of kidney stone composition is possible with LabSolutions IR software by searching the measured spectrum against the IR Kidney Stones Library.

Introduction

In the field of nephrology, FTIR analysis of kidney stones is a critical tool for studying nephrolithiasis etiology. The primary purpose of this analysis is to accurately identify the chemical composition of kidney stones, which can vary significantly among individuals. This information may provide insights into underlying metabolic disorders or dietary factors. By employing FTIR spectroscopy, researchers can obtain detailed spectral data that enables the precise classification of stones, such as calcium oxalate, uric acid, struvite, or cystine. This information can be beneficial for understanding the characteristics of kidney stones, potentially informing future research directions. Furthermore, FTIR analysis requires only a small volume of sample, allowing analysts to reserve more samples for other analytical techniques such as scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, thermogravimetry and differential scanning calorimetry. This Application News describes the simple workflow of kidney stone sample preparation and measurement by attenuated total reflection (ATR) method, followed by composition identification through a library search with the IR Kidney Stones Library.

May 14, 2025 GMT