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Cholesterol Gallstones: Chemical analysis of gallstones is not necessary for routine clinical care and is done only in research settings. Gallstones composed predominantly of cholesterol (almost 80%) are radiolucent. About 10% to 20% of cholesterol stones have sufficient calcium carbonate that makes them visible on plain radiographs.
The photograph shows numerous small, yellow, faceted cholesterol gallstones.
The photograph shows numerous small, yellow, faceted cholesterol gallstones.