BUN/Creatinine Ratio

What this laboratory test evaluates

BUN/Creatinine Ratio
This test measures the levels of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine in the blood and calculates their ratio. This ratio is useful for assessing kidney function and diagnosing kidney-related conditions.

What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly useful for individuals showing symptoms or having conditions that might affect kidney function.

What type of sample is required for this test?2 mL serum.
Transport Container: Serum separator tube (SST).
Transport room temperature.

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

BUN/Creatinine Ratio – this test measures the levels of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine in the blood and calculates their ratio. This ratio is useful for assessing kidney function and diagnosing kidney-related conditions.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.