Which of the laboratory results in the sample dictation below are not within normal limits? Do they support a diagnosis of renal insufficiency? Why or why not?
Glucose 97, BUN 51, creatinine 3.4, potassium 4.7, sodium 146, chloride 104, CO2 22.
BUN and creatinine are elevated, sodium is only slightly elevated. Elevated BUN and creatinine values support a diagnosis of renal insufficiency. Both creatinine and BUN are excreted by the kidneys and their buildup in the blood is indicative of decreased kidney function.
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