Is BUN Creatinine ratio 21.6 high, normal or dangerous? What does BUN Creatinine ratio level 21.6 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: December 3, 2025

Your BUN Creatinine ratio level of 21.6 is a High BUN Creatinine ratio level.

High BUN Creatinine ratio levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 5 Ratio and 15 Ratio. 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.

The normal BUN Creatinine ratio range for men is :5 - 15 Ratio

Ideal values of BUN Creatinine ratio depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal BUN Creatinine ratio value
<5 years	5.108
5-10 years	5.218
10-15 years	5.331
15-20 years	5.446
20-25 years	5.564
25-30 years	5.684
30-35 years	5.807
35-40 years	5.932
40-45 years	6.06
45-50 years	6.191
50-55 years	6.325
55-60 years	6.462
60-70 years	6.602
70-80 years	6.745
80-90 years	6.891
90-100 years	7.04
>100 years	7.192

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

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

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

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Normal range of BUN Creatinine ratio found among women :5-15 Ratio

Ideal values of BUN Creatinine ratio depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal BUN Creatinine ratio value
<5 years	5.111
5-10 years	5.225
10-15 years	5.341
15-20 years	5.46
20-25 years	5.581
25-30 years	5.705
30-35 years	5.832
35-40 years	5.962
40-45 years	6.095
45-50 years	6.231
50-55 years	6.37
55-60 years	6.512
60-70 years	6.657
70-80 years	6.805
80-90 years	6.956
90-100 years	7.111
>100 years	7.269

If you take a BUN Creatinine ratio blood test and the results are not in the normal range (5-15 Ratio), 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 Creatinine ratio Test Is Done :

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

Medical References

• WebMD – Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test: High vs. Low Levels, Normal Range
• NIH – The meaning of the blood urea nitrogen/creatinine ratio in acute kidney injury