{"product_id":"bun-stikstoftest-van-het-bloedureum-en-creatinine","title":"BUN (Urea Nitrogen) and Creatinine","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen Test)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBUN stands for 'Blood Urea Nitrogen' and measures the amount of urea nitrogen in the blood. Urea nitrogen is a waste product created when proteins are broken down by the body. The kidneys filter this waste out of the blood, after which it leaves the body via urine. The BUN test, often performed together with a creatinine test, helps in assessing kidney function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy should you have BUN tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe BUN test is useful for evaluating kidney health, especially if there are symptoms suggesting kidney problems, such as fatigue, difficulty urinating, swollen hands and feet, or if you have a condition that may affect the kidneys. It is also used to monitor the effectiveness of dialysis treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBUN values can provide information about how well your kidneys are functioning. Together with the creatinine value, the BUN test helps in diagnosing kidney diseases, assessing the severity of kidney conditions, and monitoring the progression of kidney disease or the effectiveness of treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a high BUN level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA high BUN level can indicate reduced kidney function, meaning the kidneys are not effectively filtering waste products. It can also point to other conditions, such as dehydration, recent heart attack, or high protein intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a low BUN level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA low BUN level is less common and usually not concerning. It can occur with low protein intake, severe liver condition, or overhydration. In some cases, it may indicate reduced liver function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrea + Creatinine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47688984658266,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/BUNStikstoftestvanhetbloedureumencreatinine.png?v=1755941882","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/nl\/products\/bun-stikstoftest-van-het-bloedureum-en-creatinine","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}