Hemodialysis
Normalized protein catabolic rate (nPCR)
Estimate of dietary protein intake at steady state. Stable HD only.
Required inputs
- Pre BUN (mid-week)
- Pre BUN (next mid-week)
- Post BUN (prior session)
- Interdialytic interval (h)
Equation or source
Depner TA. ASAIO J 1996;42:1.