Overview
For rapid, direct determination of oxalate concentrations in biological samples. For Research Use Only (not for medical decisions). The assay uses Visual for signal readout. Compatible sample input includes Serum, plasma, urine, fruits or vegetables, etc. Typical stated assay timing is Approximately 10 min.
Key elements and design rationale
- Readout format: Visual supports plate-based signal acquisition and consistent comparison across matched samples.
- Sample compatibility: The stated sample scope includes Serum, plasma, urine, fruits or vegetables, etc, which is useful when aligning matrix type with calibration and control design.
- Workflow timing: The listed assay time of Approximately 10 min helps frame batch planning, replicate handling, and plate throughput.
- Feature emphasis: Fast and sensitive. Use of 10 µL sample. Semi-quantitative measurement between 0-1.5 mg/dL or 0-170 µM (undiluted) Oxalate.
Additional feature notes highlight Convenient. No expensive plate or cuvette readers required; Sample treatment and assay can be performed in under 10 minutes. Available format information for this listing includes 10 Tests.
Biological background
This product is centered on measurement of quantiquik oxalate quick test strips within the matrices described for the assay. In practice, datasets from this type of format are typically interpreted by comparing relative signal, activity, or abundance across matched control and experimental groups rather than relying on a single value in isolation. Careful alignment of sample matrix, incubation window, and calibration strategy is important when comparing results across plates, operators, or study days.
More details
Oxalate, or Oxalic Acid, is a metabolic breakdown product of the Kreb’s Cycle in eukaryotes and the glyoxylate cycle in other microorganisms. Typically present in the urine of humans and other mammals, oxalate concentration can be used as a measure of kidney function. A high level of oxalate is an indicator for kidney stones, which are primarily made of the insoluble salt calcium oxalate. Measuring oxalate is more accurate than measuring calcium as a marker for kidney stones because calcium is excreted at high concentrations even in normal urine.BioAssay Systems’ QuantiQuik™ Oxalate Quick Test Strips are based on the enzymatic oxidation of oxalate coupled with a color reaction in one step. The intensity of product color is directly proportional to the oxalate concentration in the sample.
Detection method
Visual.
Procedures and timing
Stated procedure or timing information: Approximately 10 min.
Research relevance and current trends
- Plate-based quantification and side-by-side group comparison remain central use cases for this assay format.
- The description supports intervention-focused study designs in which researchers compare baseline and perturbed conditions.
- Short assay timing and plate compatibility support time-course or repeated-measure collection plans when handling is kept consistent.
Common research applications
- Screen quantiquik oxalate quick test strips in serum, plasma, urine, fruits or vegetables using strip-based detection.
- Compare threshold or presence-call outcomes across matched sample groups.
- Monitor routine or field-collected batches with consistent collection timing.
Interpretation is usually strongest when signal changes are assessed alongside matrix-matched controls, replicate agreement, and the assay's stated analytical window.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Matrix composition, background signal, and sample handling can influence apparent response; compare like-with-like whenever possible.
- Use appropriate blanks, controls, and replicate wells to distinguish biological differences from plate, reagent, or handling variability.
What samples have you tested?
The strips have been tested on serum, plasma, and urine. We have also tested saliva and would not recommend testing it with this product.
My sample turns the strip very dark blue, how can I determine the oxalate concentration?
Very dark blue indicates that the diluted sample concentration is greater than 1.5 mg/dL Oxalate. To obtain a more accurate concentration, the sample should be further diluted and retested. For example, if the sample was tested undiluted, try diluting 5× or 10×.
Can I store unused reagents for future use?
Yes, unused reagents can be stored according to the assay protocol. The strips should be stored in the refrigerator (4°C).
For laboratories requiring additional technical capacity, we provide scientific support services including assay execution, method guidance, product sourcing, and customization to align the assay with specific experimental objectives. If you need assistance selecting the appropriate kit configuration, adapting the workflow to your application, or identifying related research services, please click Talk to a Scientist, email support@biohippo.com, or review our Research Services; a member of our scientific team will follow up with recommendations tailored to your study.
