NT-proBNP (NT-proB-Type Natriuretic Peptide) NTPBNP
Method(s) | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
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Specimen Required | |
Collect | One 5 mL gold (SST) or light green (lithium heparin) top tube. |
Transport | 1 mL serum or plasma refrigerated 2-8°C (Min: 0.5 mL). |
Stability | Separated samples are stable: Ambient: 3 days Refrigerated: 4 days Frozen: 12 months |
Schedule | Daily |
Billing Code | 1010612 |
CPTCode | 83880 |
Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
Reference Interval | |
Age less than 75 years: Less than 125 pg/mL |