Basic metabolic panel
BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen)
The basic metabolic panel also assesses renal function, which includes a BUN and creatinine. The normal range for BUN is about 5-20 mg/dL.
The Trick: Use the word “bun” to think of bunion. Bunions are typically located on the toes or digits, and we have 5 digits per extremity which totals 20 digits. This will help you remember the normal range for BUN is 5-20 mg/dL.
Calcium
Calcium is another electrolyte measured in a BMP. The normal range for calcium is 8.5-10.5 mg/dL.
The Trick: When you think of calcium, think of milk. A gallon of milk weighs about 8.5 pounds. Then think of 2% milk to help you remember to add 2 to the 8.5. This will give you the normal range for calcium of 8.5-10.5 mg/dL.
Glucose
A BMP also measures glucose. A normal glucose level is 70-100 mg/dL.
The Trick: When you think of glucose, think of energy. Our energy starts to decline during our elderly years, especially when we are 70-100 years old. This will help you remember the normal range for glucose is 70-100 mg/dL.
PTH
- 10-65 pg/mL
Renal
- GFR: 90 to 120 mL/min/1.73 m2
- FF: 20%
- RRF: GFR × FF
Comprehensive metabolic panel
Protein
- Total: 6-8 g/fL
- Albumin: 60% of total protein
Coagulation studies
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) values
