Re: just got back from the dr...

" BUN is also affected by high protien diets and/or strenuous exercise which raise levels and by pregnancy which lowers it. "

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GLUCOSE


Normal Values = 70-110 mg/dl


Glucose ("Blood Sugar") is an important immediate energy source for cells. In healthy people, meals or snacks lead to temporary rises in blood glucose. Elevated fasting blood glucose levels are a warning sign of diabetes. If your fasting glucose level is elevated or if your non-fasting level is greater than 180 mg/dl, we recommend that you report this to you provider.




BUN


Normal Values = 5-20 mg/dl


Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) is a waste produced in the liver and excreted by the kidneys. High values may mean that the kidneys are not working as well as they should. BUN is also affected by high protien diets and/or strenuous exercise which raise levels and by pregnancy which lowers it.




CREATININE


Normal Values = 0.5-1.5 mg/dl


Creatinine is a waste product excreted by the kidneys. Elevated levels may mean that the kidneys are not working as well as they should.




BUN/CREATININE RATIO


This is a ratio between BUN and Creatinine. Values outside expected ranges are of no importance if both BUN and Creatinine are within expected ranges.




URIC ACID


Normal Values = 2.0-8.0 mg/dl


Uric Acid is normally excreted in the urine. High values are associated with gout, arthritis, kidney problems and the use of some diuretics. Low values are usually not significant. We recommend that you report elevated levels to your provider.




CALCIUM/PHOSPHORUS


Normal Values Calcium = 8.2-10.4 mg/dl


Normal Values Phosphorus = 2.0-4.5 mg/dl

Calcium and Phosphorus are minerals found mostly in bone. They are also important for proper clotting and nerve cell activity. their levels are controlled by the parathyroid gland and the kidneys. Abnormal levels should be seen by your provider.


PROTIEN/ALBUMIN/GLOBULIN/A/G RATIO


Normal Values Protien = 6.0-8.0 g/dl


Normal Values Albumin = 3.2-5.0 g/dl


Normal Values Globulin = 1.3-3.6 g/dl


Normal Values A/G Ratio = 0.99-3.55


This collection of protiens represent several facets (but not all), to evaluating liver functions and fluid management in the critically ill.




BILLIRUBIN/ALT/AST/LDH


Normal Values Bilirubin = 0.0-1.2 mg/dl


Normal Values ALT = 3-45 IU/L


Normal Values AST = 3-45 IU/L


Normal Values LDH = 60-160 IU/L


These lab tests reflect liver function and an array of disease states including fatty liver, hepatitis and cirrhosis. you should notify your provider if you see your results are abnormal.


ELECTROLYTES


Normal Values Sodium (Na+) = 131-145 meq/L


Normal Values Potassium (K+) = 3-45 meq/L


Normal Values Chloride (Cl-) = 98-110 meq/L


Normal Values CO2 = 22-35 meq/L


The Electrolytes act in conjunction to balance the body's acid-base system and control water metabolism. Values can elevated with kidney disease and dehydration. Decreased values are associated with vomiting, diarrhea, excessive sweating and heart disease.








arent you doing the low carb thing too?