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Normal range of blood urea: What you need to know

Blood urea levels typically fall within a normal range, but factors like diet and hydration can affect them. Abnormal levels may indicate kidney or liver issues, highlighting the importance of monitoring these levels and consulting a healthcare provider when needed.

  • 25 Feb 2025
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The liver breaks down the proteins in our food, creating urea nitrogen as a waste product. Travelling through the blood vessels to the kidneys, the urea nitrogen is filtered out in small amounts. Your body releases the urea nitrogen when you urinate. It is important to know the blood urea normal range to monitor your health.

What is the normal range in blood urea test?

Healthy and well-functioning kidneys remove blood urea nitrogen (BUN) from your body, leaving only a small amount in your blood. When there is damage to the kidneys, the B urea normal range can increase beyond the typical range. If the serum urea normal range is higher than normal in a blood test, it may indicate damage to the kidneys or liver.

The blood urea normal value typically varies from 6 to 24 milligrams per deciliter, depending on age and sex. In children, the BUN level is up to 7-20 mg/dL. In adult females, the level ranges from 6 to 21 mg/dL, while in adult males, it ranges from 8 to 24 mg/dL.

Conclusion

If your BUN is more or less than the blood urea reference range, then you must consult a healthcare provider as soon as possible. Undergo diagnostic testing and check if there’s any higher risk of kidney disease. If your body’s uremia normal range is typically inflated, it may be wise to consult with the details of your health insurance plan to draw up an effective treatment plan.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your general physician or another certified medical professional for any questions regarding a medical condition. Relying on any information provided in this blog is solely at your own risk, and ICICI Lombard is not responsible for any effects or consequences resulting from the use of the information shared.

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