Reptile 'pee crystals' might help treat kidney stones and gout

Science Biology Evolution Reptile'pee crystals' might help treat kidney stones and gout Researchers studied urate solids from over 20 snake and lizard species. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. It may come as a surprise, but not all animals pee . While almost every living organism possesses an excretory system, most reptiles don't eliminate excess nitrogen-containing waste in the form of liquid urine . Instead, they rid themselves of the chemicals by expelling them in the form of crystalline solids called urates.