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B-TYPE NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE

Test Code
BNPCHEM


CPT Codes
83880

Preferred Specimen
Lavender Tube (EDTA)


Minimum Volume
0.5mL (1mL optimal)


Other Acceptable Specimens
None


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma from red cells. 


Transport Container
LAVENDER Tube


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability

  • Plasma is stable at 2-8°C up to 24 hours

  • Plasma is stable 15-30°C up to 7 hours




Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolyzed samples will be rejected.
 


Methodology
CIA (Chemiluminescence Immunoassay)

Setup Schedule
Daily, as received


Report Available
STAT: <60 minutes
Routine: <4 hours


Reference Range
Female All Ages: Normal Range: 0.0-100.0 PG/ML Male All Ages: Normal Range: 0-100 PG/ML


Clinical Significance
BNP is used for diagnosis of heart failure evaluating and monitor its treatment.


Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital
Holy Cross Hospital



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.