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I'm african american. please explain what these results should mean to me. bun 19, creatinine 1.28, gfr 46.

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Your kidney: Function is slightly lower than normal but not too bad. Stay away from NSAIDs and talk to your doc. Stay well hydrated

Answered 7/6/2014

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Decreased GFR: May indicate chronic renal disease. More intest include ultrasound and urine protein/ creatinin clearance is needed. Follow up with nephrologist

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