Test Directory

Loinc

Expected Turnaround

24 hours

Information

This assay is used as an aid in the diagnosis of individuals suspected of having congestive heart failure.

Collection Information

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence-immunoassay (ECLIA)

Limitations

Rejection Criteria

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 3 days Refrigerated- 6 months Frozen: 12 months

Alias

ProBNP; Propeptide of Brain Natriuretic Peptide; NT-proBNP

Container Type

Serum, gel separator, SST, 24 hour Urine (no additives)

Minimum Volume

1 ML

Age Range

0 - 75

Sex

Generic

Units of Measure

pg/mL

Reference Range

- 125 pg/mL

Panic Range