Test Code NT-proBNP N-terminal pro Brain Natriuretic Peptide

Methodology

Chemilumenescence

Specimen Type: Lavender top - EDTA

Ambient

RULE-IN CUT POINTS

< 50 yrs old: 450 PG/ML

50-75 yrs old: 900 PG/ML

> 75 yrs old: 1800 PG/ML

RULE-OUT CUT POINTS

All Patients: 300 PG/ML

Monday - Sunday

Available STAT

Turnaround Time:

Routine - 4 hours