Is BUN 71 high, normal or dangerous? What does Blood urea nitrogen level 71 mean?

Your BUN level of 71 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	6.426
5-10 years	6.882
10-15 years	7.371
15-20 years	7.894
20-25 years	8.454
25-30 years	9.054
30-35 years	9.697
35-40 years	10.385
40-45 years	11.122
45-50 years	11.912
50-55 years	12.758
55-60 years	13.664
60-70 years	14.634
70-80 years	15.673
80-90 years	16.786
90-100 years	17.978
>100 years	19.254

*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	6.439
5-10 years	6.91
10-15 years	7.415
15-20 years	7.957
20-25 years	8.539
25-30 years	9.163
30-35 years	9.833
35-40 years	10.552
40-45 years	11.324
45-50 years	12.152
50-55 years	13.041
55-60 years	13.995
60-70 years	15.018
70-80 years	16.116
80-90 years	17.295
90-100 years	18.56
>100 years	19.917

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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.

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