NT-proBNP
| Synonyms: | B-TYPE NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE |
| Computer Code: | (RNBNP) |
| Specimen Collection: | 2 mL blood (Green (Lithium Heparin), Gold (SST) or red top tube). |
| Minimum Volume: | 0.2 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Separate serum from red cells. Aliquot serum from red top tubes. Refrigerate. |
| Reference Values: | 0-300 pg/mL |
| Lab Code: | Chemistry |
| Requisition: | SPEC C |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 4 hours |
| Stat TAT: | 1 hr |
| CPT Code(s): | 83880 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |