Naturally occurring organic acids found in humans, plants, and animals.
A salt or ester of oxalic acid.
Compounds in some plants that bind to minerals in the body and reduce their absorption.
A test done on urine to detect a metabolic defect that may cause kidney stones and other kidney disorders.
A compound formed as a result of the metabolic breakdown of oxalic acid, which is subsequently excreted in the urine.
A compound produced within the body and also found in specific foods like spinach, rhubarb, and tea. Elevated blood oxalate levels can lead to the formation of kidney stones.