Laboratory Tests Flashcards
1
Q
Blood test that measures the amount of nitrogenous waste in the circulatory system; an increased level is an indicator of kidney dysfunction.
A
blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
2
Q
Test of kidney function that measures the rate at which nitrogenous waste is removed from the blood by comparing its concentration in the blood and urine over a 24-hour period
A
creatinine clearance test
3
Q
The amount of blood that is filtered by the glomeruli of the kidneys. This rate is decreased when the kidneys are dysfunctional.
A
glomerular filtration rate (GFR)
