Category: CARDIAC FUNCTION | Code: K2405
NT-pro BNP
Function
This test measures the level of NT-pro BNP in the blood. This examination helps in diagnosis, assessing severity, selecting therapy, and monitoring the effectiveness of therapy in heart failure.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday < 10 am | 1 day | Plain | Serum, 1 mL | 24 hours, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Electrochemiluminescence (ECLIA)
Score Reference
<125 pg/mL