All of the following minerals can be present as crystals in kidney stones EXCEPT ________
A) iron
B) magnesium
C) calcium
D) uric acid
A
Explanation: A) Correct! Iron is not found in kidney stones.
B) Kidney stones can contain magnesium.
C) Kidney stones can contain calcium.
D) Kidney stones can contain uric acid.
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