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===Medical and biological research uses=== Phosphates are medicinal salts of phosphorus. Some phosphates, which help cure many [[urinary tract infection]]s, are used to make urine more acidic. To avoid the development of [[calcium stone]]s in the urinary tract, some phosphates are used.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Phosphate Supplement (Oral Route, Parenteral Route) Description and Brand Names - Mayo Clinic|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/phosphate-supplement-oral-route-parenteral-route/description/drg-20070193|access-date=2020-11-20|website=www.mayoclinic.org}}</ref> For patients who are unable to get enough phosphorus in their daily diet, phosphates are used as dietary supplements, usually because of certain disorders or diseases.<ref name=":0" /> Injectable phosphates can only be handled by qualified health care providers.<ref name=":0" />
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