Is BUN 46 high, normal or dangerous? What does Blood urea nitrogen level 46 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: December 5, 2025

Your BUN level of 46 is a High BUN level.

High BUN levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 6 mg/dL and 20 mg/dL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

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The normal BUN range for men is :6 - 20 mg/dL

**Ideal values of BUN depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal BUN value
<5 years	6.276
5-10 years	6.565
10-15 years	6.867
15-20 years	7.183
20-25 years	7.513
25-30 years	7.859
30-35 years	8.221
35-40 years	8.599
40-45 years	8.995
45-50 years	9.409
50-55 years	9.842
55-60 years	10.295
60-70 years	10.769
70-80 years	11.264
80-90 years	11.782
90-100 years	12.324
>100 years	12.891

*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	6.284
5-10 years	6.582
10-15 years	6.894
15-20 years	7.221
20-25 years	7.563
25-30 years	7.921
30-35 years	8.296
35-40 years	8.689
40-45 years	9.101
45-50 years	9.532
50-55 years	9.984
55-60 years	10.457
60-70 years	10.952
70-80 years	11.471
80-90 years	12.014
90-100 years	12.583
>100 years	13.179

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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 orders a BUN test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your BUN levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your BUN test results are usually available within a few hours.