Blood urea nitrogen concentration as a marker of amino-acid intolerance in neonates with birthweight less than 1250 g.

Objective: Currently blood urea nitrogen (BUN) is commonly used as a marker of protein intolerance in very preterm infants. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between amino-acid intakes and BUN concentrations during the early neonatal period in preterm neonates.

Study Design: Retrospective review of BUN concentration data from 121 infants with birthweight View Article and Find Full Text PDF