(3) NPN & Bilirubin Flashcards
1
Q
List the substances that are classified as nonprotein nitrogenous substances.
A
urea, creatinine, creatine, uric acid, ammonia.
2
Q
What are the reference ranges for the following NPN:
Creatinine
A
0.5 - 1.2 mg/dL
3
Q
What are the reference ranges for the following NPN:
Uric Acid
A
Male: 4.4 - 7.6 mg/dL
Female: 2.3 - 6.6 mg/dL
4
Q
What are the reference ranges for the following NPN:
BUN
A
7 - 18 mg/dL
5
Q
What are the reference ranges for the following NPN:
Urea
A
2.5 - 6.4 mmol/dL
6
Q
What are the reference ranges for the following NPN:
Ammonia
A
15 - 46 ug/dL
7
Q
What is the critical value for BUN?
A
>100 mg/dL
