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I had my lab results for my kidney. . with my bun at a 5 and my cre at a 0.7 .. is it something to be concerned because my bun is under the normal ?

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

No: Normal is a range. If u drink a lot of water, maybe outside that range. Maybe cut back on liquids. Your PCP could also help you

Answered 5/2/2016

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