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    What Is a Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test?

    A BUN test, or Blood Urea Nitrogen test, measures the amount of urea nitrogen in your blood, a waste product produced during the breakdown of dietary proteins. Low levels of urea nitrogen are normal, but elevated levels may point to kidney dysfunction, as the kidneys are responsible for clearing such waste from the blood.

    When kidney function is impaired, urea nitrogen can accumulate in the bloodstream. High BUN levels may lead to complications, including hypertension, anaemia, and even heart disease. As kidney disease can be asymptomatic in its early stages, the BUN test is vital for early detection.

    Although BUN levels alone cannot diagnose kidney failure, an increase in both BUN and creatinine levels often indicates kidney failure.

    Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test Parameters

    The Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) test assesses one specific parameter: Concentration of urea nitrogen in the blood.

    When the urea nitrogen level is within the normal range, it generally means the kidneys are functioning properly. Elevated BUN levels, however, may signal impaired kidney function or an underlying kidney problem. Consistently high BUN readings can also point to other health issues affecting kidney performance. This test is essential for assessing kidney function and plays a vital role in early detection, monitoring, and managing kidney conditions.

    Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test Preparation

    Keep the following in mind before having a BUN test:

    • Prerequisites

    Fasting is not required for the BUN test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    This test can be done at any time of day.

    • Who Should Get This Test

    People who are at an increased risk of kidney disease—such as those with diabetes, hypertension, or a family history of kidney problems should get this test.

    • Cautions Before Taking This Test

    There are no special preparatory measures to be done before the test. However, it is advisable to check with your doctor to ensure the test is appropriate for you.

    Why Take the Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test?

    A BUN test may be recommended for several key reasons. It can be part of routine health assessments to check kidney function or used to track the effectiveness of treatments for kidney disease. The test is particularly helpful in identifying kidney problems at an early stage, even when symptoms are not yet visible.

    For individuals at higher risk of kidney disease, the BUN test is important, as kidney disease in its early stages can often go unnoticed. Risk factors include:

    • 60 years of age or older

    • With a family history of kidney problems

    • Having diabetes or high blood pressure

    • Tobacco use or smoking

    • Having heart condition or obesity

    A BUN test might be necessary to rule out kidney dysfunction if you experience symptoms such as:

    • Trouble sleeping or unexplained tiredness

    • Swollen arms, legs, or feet

    • Frequent urination with too much or too little urine or muscle cramps

    • Skin dryness or itching

    By keeping a close eye on BUN levels, kidney dysfunction can be detected at an early stage, even if symptoms aren't present, ensuring timely interventions and better kidney health management.

    FAQs on the Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test in Hyderabad

    The BUN test costs ₹ {{test_price[][HYD]}}. This includes a prompt home sample collection, occurring within 60 minutes after confirming the test.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides home sample collection for the Blood Urea Nitrogen test in Hyderabad. Your sample will be collected at home within 60 minutes of booking, subject to available time slots.

    The BUN test is used to evaluate kidney function, detect kidney diseases, track progress in kidney disease treatment, and assess dehydration or other health concerns.

    No, is not required for the BUN test.

    Booking a blood test or health checkup through our platform is easy. Just follow these steps:

    • Find the Test : Search for the Blood Urea Nitrogen test in Hyderabad and select Orange Health’s page from the results list.

    • Review and Verify : Choose the BUN test, review any requirements, enter your location, and complete the booking by selecting a time for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection : A trained eMedic will collect the sample from your home at the scheduled time.

    • Laboratory Processing : The sample will be sent to our ICMR-approved, NABL-accredited laboratory for processing.

    • Receive Results : The results for the Blood Urea Nitrogen test at home will be delivered to you via email or WhatsApp within 6 hours, and can also be accessed through our app.

    Normal Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) levels are generally between 6 and 20 mg/dL, which signifies normal kidney function.

    Once you schedule the BUN test, Orange Health Labs will arrange for an eMedic to collect your sample within 60 minutes. The blood sample collection is quick and will only take a few minutes. Your results will be delivered online within 6 hours.

    Your doctor will let you know how often you should take the BUN test, depending on your health. It's important to follow your doctor's advice on the frequency of the test.

    The BUN test evaluates just one factor: the concentration of urea nitrogen in the blood.

    What is the fasting time for the Blood Urea Nitrogen blood test?

    Orange Health offers the fastest Blood Urea Nitrogen test in Hyderabad, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical laboratory visit. Localities served include but are not limited Abids, Attapur, Ameerpet, Begumpet, Banjara Hills, Dilsukhnagar, Gachibowli, Hitech City, Jubilee Hills, Kondapur, Koti, Kukatpally, LB Nagar, Malkajgiri, Manikonda, Mehdipatnam, Miyapur, Nallagandla, Nizampet, Panjagutta, Secunderabad, Somajiguda, Tarnaka, Uppal.

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