BUN to Creatinine Ratio
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- The BUN to creatinine ratio is calculated by dividing BUN in mg/dL by creatinine in mg/dL. — Blood Urea Nitrogen to Creatinine Ratio and Kidney Function
- The normal adult reference range for the BUN to creatinine ratio is 10:1 to 20:1, although laboratories may vary. — Blood Urea Nitrogen to Creatinine Ratio and Kidney Function
- A ratio within the normal range indicates balanced kidney function and appropriate hydration status. — Blood Urea Nitrogen to Creatinine Ratio and Kidney Function
- The test is described as a simple blood draw performed as part of a comprehensive metabolic panel, with 8 to 12 hours of fasting considered ideal. — Blood Urea Nitrogen to Creatinine Ratio and Kidney Function
- Deviations from the normal ratio can suggest kidney dysfunction, dehydration, or heart failure. — Blood Urea Nitrogen to Creatinine Ratio and Kidney Function