Is BUN 23 high, normal or dangerous? What does Blood urea nitrogen level 23 mean?

Your BUN level of 23 is a High BUN level.

High BUN levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 6 mg/dL to 20 mg/dL suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

Normal range of BUN found among men :6 - 20 mg/dL

Ideal values of BUN depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal BUN value
<5 years	6.138
5-10 years	6.279
10-15 years	6.423
15-20 years	6.571
20-25 years	6.722
25-30 years	6.877
30-35 years	7.035
35-40 years	7.197
40-45 years	7.363
45-50 years	7.532
50-55 years	7.705
55-60 years	7.882
60-70 years	8.063
70-80 years	8.248
80-90 years	8.438
90-100 years	8.632
>100 years	8.831

*Ideal values ​are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease BUN levels include:

• Kidney failure
• Decreased blood flow to the kidneys
• Congestive heart failure
• Dehydration
• Conditions that can block the flow of urine

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Normal range of BUN found among women :6-20 mg/dL

Ideal values of BUN depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal BUN value
<5 years	6.142
5-10 years	6.288
10-15 years	6.437
15-20 years	6.589
20-25 years	6.745
25-30 years	6.905
30-35 years	7.069
35-40 years	7.236
40-45 years	7.407
45-50 years	7.582
50-55 years	7.762
55-60 years	7.946
60-70 years	8.134
70-80 years	8.327
80-90 years	8.524
90-100 years	8.726
>100 years	8.933

If you take a BUN blood test and the results are not in the normal range (6-20 mg/dL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the BUN Test Is Done :

When your doctor recommends a BUN test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of BUN. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your BUN test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.

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