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HelpTest Code BNP NT-Pro B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP), Plasma
Additional Codes
LAB1780
Collection Method
Venous collection
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Container
Lt Green / Plasma Separator / Lithium Heparin
Acceptable Specimens
Serum:
- Gold Top SST
- Red Top
Plasma:
- Light Geen Top (Lithium heparin)
Reference or Target Ranges
<300 pg/mL
Reportable Units
pg/mL
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | 1000 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 25 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 1500 mg/dL |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 6 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 2 years |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time | Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availability | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas – Two site immunoenzymatic sandwich assay |
CPT Codes
83880
Last review/edit date
Feb 2024