BUN 25 mg/dL in your blood test results
You received your blood test result with a BUN value of 25 mg/dL. This analysis helps you to check if your BUN value is within normal range.
Your BUN value of 25 mg/dL is too high. A good Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) is usually between 7 and 20 mg/dL.
Lower your Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) by 5 mg/dL to be within normal range.
Causes
High BUN levels are usually caused by a problem with your kidneys. Kidney damage can lead to a variety of symptoms, including weakness, shortness of breath, confusion, and fatigue. High BUN levels can also be caused by dehydration, stress, burn injuries, or gastrointestinal bleeding. Although these causes aren't as common as kidney damage, they can all cause dangerous side effects and should be taken seriously.
Treatment & Medication
Treatment for high BUN levels involves treating the underlying cause. High BUN levels on their own can't confirm a disease or medical condition, so your doctor may perform other tests to determine whether you have kidney damage. Depending on the severity of the kidney damage, treatment may include medications, dialysis, and diet changes.
Useful Information
A blood urea nitrogen test, or BUN test, shows how well your kidneys are functioning. Your liver breaks down the proteins you eat and produces urea nitrogen, which is released into your blood. Healthy kidneys should remove the BUN and leave only a small amount in the blood. Abnormal BUN levels show that something is wrong with your kidneys.