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BUN Creatinine Ratio Calculator

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Calculates the ratio of Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) to Creatinine, which can indicate kidney issues or dehydration.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter BUN Level (mg/dL) and Creatinine Level (mg/dL) in the units shown.

Step 2

Read BUN/Creatinine Ratio and Interpretation in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Normal

BUN Level (mg/dL): 10; Creatinine Level (mg/dL): 1

BUN/Creatinine Ratio: 10; Interpretation: Normal kidney function

Dehydration

BUN Level (mg/dL): 30; Creatinine Level (mg/dL): 1

BUN/Creatinine Ratio: 30; Interpretation: Possible pre-renal condition (e.g., dehydration)

Liver Disease

BUN Level (mg/dL): 5; Creatinine Level (mg/dL): 1

BUN/Creatinine Ratio: 5; Interpretation: Possible liver disease or low protein intake

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Important

Use the result as an estimate and confirm any medical decisions with a qualified professional.