Is BUN 72 high, normal or dangerous? What does Blood urea nitrogen level 72 mean?

Your BUN level of 72 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	6.432
5-10 years	6.895
10-15 years	7.391
15-20 years	7.923
20-25 years	8.493
25-30 years	9.104
30-35 years	9.759
35-40 years	10.462
40-45 years	11.215
45-50 years	12.022
50-55 years	12.888
55-60 years	13.816
60-70 years	14.811
70-80 years	15.877
80-90 years	17.02
90-100 years	18.245
>100 years	19.559

*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	6.445
5-10 years	6.923
10-15 years	7.436
15-20 years	7.987
20-25 years	8.579
25-30 years	9.215
30-35 years	9.898
35-40 years	10.632
40-45 years	11.42
45-50 years	12.267
50-55 years	13.177
55-60 years	14.154
60-70 years	15.204
70-80 years	16.332
80-90 years	17.543
90-100 years	18.844
>100 years	18.74

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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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