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My bun creatinine ratio is 8 when it was supposed to between 10 24 how bad it is and what could be causing it and what can i do to incrase it thanks?

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See nephrologist: We rather know what's your creatinine clearance which is measured by your urine. You seem to have a serious kidney issues , which may have been caused by different reasons. See a nephrologist to help you soon.

Answered 11/22/2012

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Need to see actual : Values. High bun/cr ratio may be due to low creatinine which would be harmless. You may have low muscle mass and a normally low creatinine. Do not try to make any changes without discussion with your doctor.

Answered 11/22/2012

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See below: The real values of BUN and creatinine are more important. Sounds like they are ok - otherwise you would have put those values in the question. If those two are ok, please do not worry.

Answered 10/18/2016

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BUN creatinine ratio: Your bun/creatinine is a relationship between your BUN (b) and creatinine (c). B is related to protein intake. If you have a low protein intake, you are apt to have a low b. If you are dehydrated (d), your b will rise. C is related to muscle mass and renal function. If you're d, you c will increase, not as much as your b. You did not give your b or c levels, speak to your physician about your labs.

Answered 6/10/2014

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