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Is a BUN level of 23 high?
General reference ranges for a normal BUN level are as follows: Adults up to 60 years of age: 6-20 mg/dL. Adults over 60 years of age: 8-23 mg/dL.
How do you lower BUN levels?
Proper hydration is the most effective way to lower BUN levels. A low-protein diet can also help lower BUN levels. A medication wouldn’t be recommended to lower BUN levels….Lower BUN levels can indicate:
- liver failure.
- malnutrition.
- severe lack of protein in the diet.
- overhydration.
What does low BUN mean in lab results?
If you have low BUN levels, it could indicate: ● Liver disease. ● Malnutrition (when your diet doesn’t have enough nutrients or your body can’t take them in well) ● Overhydration (having too much fluid) But a BUN test is not a way to diagnose these issues, so more tests may be needed.
What causes high BUN?
Generally, a high BUN level means your kidneys aren’t working well. But elevated BUN can also be due to: Dehydration, resulting from not drinking enough fluids or for other reasons. Urinary tract obstruction.
What are symptoms of high BUN?
In addition, your BUN levels may be checked if you are experiencing symptoms of later stage kidney disease, such as:
- Needing to go the bathroom (urinate) frequently or infrequently.
- Itching.
- Recurring fatigue.
- Swelling in your arms, legs, or feet.
- Muscle cramps.
- Trouble sleeping.
How do you know if your kidneys aren’t working properly?
If your kidneys aren’t working properly, you may notice one or more of the following signs: Fatigue (extreme tiredness) An upset stomach or vomiting. Confusion or trouble concentrating.
What does a high bun level mean in a blood test?
High BUN levels may also be the consequence of a lack of blood flow to the kidneys, due to heart failure. Taken together, high levels of BUN and creatine are often an indicator of kidney disease. The blood urea nitrogen to creatinine ratio has been devised to measure this relationship and arrive at a diagnosis.
What does it mean if your bun is too high?
High BUN levels generally indicate that your kidneys are not functioning properly or you may have underlying health problems related to your cardiovascular system. In some cases, high BUN levels are acute and easily resolved with dietary changes. Visit your physician and get an accurate diagnosis.
What is the normal range for a bun blood test?
Your result will be a number that measures how much BUN is in your blood. The range considered normal is between 7 to 20 milligrams per deciliter. (A milligram is a very tiny amount — more than 28,000 to an ounce, and a deciliter is equal to about 3.4 ounces). If your test results are not in that range, talk to your doctor.
What does an elevated BUN indicate?
Elevated BUN levels may signal that your body is unable to remove wastes effectively, because of dehydration. Of course, additional tests would be necessary. The Muscular Dystrophy Association indicates that muscle cells “break open” during degeneration.