A member asked:

My gfr number has decreased over the past 5 years, yet my bun and creat have been normal, is this calculated correctly?

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Dr. Jason Kline answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Good question.: The estimated GFR commonly reported on lab results is calculated by a formula that tends to underestimate true kidney function, particularly the closer to normal the kidney function is. With a normal BUN and creatinine, there is probably little concern. If there is any question, though, a 24 hr urine creatinine clearance would be a better calculation of your kidney function. Hope this helps!

Answered 11/14/2016

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