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B-Natriuretic Peptide
Test CodeBNP
Preferred Specimen
Plasma - EDTA Lavender Tube
Minimum Volume
150 µL
Other Acceptable Specimens
None
Transport Container
Biohazard Bag
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
Whole blood and plasma:
Room Temperature: 4 hours
2-8°C: 24 hours
Plasma only:
-20°: 3 months
Room Temperature: 4 hours
2-8°C: 24 hours
Plasma only:
-20°: 3 months
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolyzed specimens, contaminated specimens, and specimens incorrectly labeled.
Setup Schedule
At All Times
Limitations
All Baptist Health Facilities
Reference Range
Reportable Range: 10 pg/mL - 5,000 pg/mL
Last Updated: December 3, 2021
