Feb 14, 201016 yr they say that creatinine level is the best test should be done in patient with glomerulonephritis than BUN test?why?
Feb 14, 201016 yr The creatinine clearance measures how much creatinine is being excreted by the kidneys. If the kidneys are not working right, less will be excreted.
Feb 14, 201016 yr BUN can be elevated from dehydration. It's not the best test to determine kidney function.
Feb 14, 201016 yr Experts Creatinine is a better test of long term disease process. It takes longer for it to show changes. BUN can fluctuate from hour to hour.
they say that creatinine level is the best test should be done in patient with glomerulonephritis than BUN test?why?