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NT-pro Brain Natriuretic Peptide, Plasma or Serum
Test CodeBNPC - NOCO
CPT Codes
83880
Preferred Specimen
1 mL plasma from Green top (Lithium Heparin)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Note: For neonate requirements see Neonate Minimum Blood Volumes
Note: For neonate requirements see Neonate Minimum Blood Volumes
Other Acceptable Specimens
1 ml serum from Serum Gel or Red Top
Specimen Stability
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
Plasma Li Hep | Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Serum SST | Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Red Top – Separated* | Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Plasma EDTA – Separated* | Refrigerated | 72 hours |
*Centrifuge and aliquot into a plastic vial.
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Gross hemolysis
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay based on LOCI technology
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
Report Available
Same day
Limitations
NT-proBNP levels are affected by several factors other than acute CHF, such as acute coronary syndrome, pulmonary embolism, shock, atrial arrhythmias, severe pneumonia, renal insufficiency or prior CHF.
Reference Range
0 - 74 years: <125 pg/mL
>74 years: <450 pg/mL
>74 years: <450 pg/mL
Performing Laboratory
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center Laboratory
McKee Medical Center Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
Summit View Laboratory
Sterling Regional Medical Center
East Morgan County Hospital
Ogallala Community Hospital