BUN Benchmarks
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Understanding Your BUN
For All aged Adult, the median bun is 14 mg/dL.
A value of 14 mg/dL means you're at the 50th percentile—half the population is above, half below. Values between 11.3 mg/dL (25th percentile) and 16.7 mg/dL (75th percentile) are typical.
The normal range spans from 7.42 mg/dL (5th percentile) to 20.58 mg/dL (95th percentile), covering 90% of the population.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a normal bun for Adult year olds?
For All aged Adult, normal bun ranges from 7.42 to 20.58 mg/dL. The median is 14 mg/dL.
What does the 14 mg/dL median mean?
The median of 14 mg/dL means exactly 50% of All aged Adult have a bun below this value, and 50% have a higher value.
Is my bun normal?
If your bun falls between 7.42 and 20.58 mg/dL, you're within the normal range for All aged Adult. Values at the extremes may warrant a conversation with your healthcare provider.
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