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What does it mean when creatinine goes up, but bun goes down?

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Progressive kidneydz: Irrespective of BUN if the creatinine goes up it indicates worsening kidney function. Consulting a Nephrologist will help.We call this as chronic kidney disease which can further progress to end stage kidney disease after few years/months.

Answered 1/9/2020

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