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BUN

Aliases: Blood urea nitrogen

Group: Kidney function

Description:

The blood urea nitrogen test can provide important information about kidney function. The main task of the kidneys is to remove waste and extra fluid from the body. In cases of kidney disease, this waste material can accumulate in the blood. Over time, this can lead to serious health problems, including hypertension, anemia, and heart disease.