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Test ID:
NTBNP
NT-Pro B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-ProBNP), Serum/Plasma
Orderable by Ontario ND
Test Overview
Method
Electrochemiluminescent immunoassay (ECLIA)
Result Included
NT-Pro B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-ProBNP)
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumPlasma (Li Heparin)
Plasma (EDTA)
Note: Testing is available for BNP as well as for the pro-hormone NT-ProBNP. Please ensure that your order for NT-ProBNP is unambiguous and submit the appropriate specimen. Non-interfaced clients may specify the Test ID NTBNP when ordering NT-ProBNP.
Containers
Preferred Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Acceptable Containers
Red top (no additive); Lavender top (EDTA); Green top (sodium heparin)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate as soon as possible. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 3 days | 6 days | 24 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
2 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
NT-Pro B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-ProBNP)ng/LRule-in NT-proBNP values for Cardiac Cause of Dyspnea in Acute Care setting:
< 50 y: > 450
50 - 75 y: > 900
>75 y: > 1800
Ambulatory Care setting:
<50 y: > 125
50 - 75 y: > 250
>75 y: > 500
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| NTBNP | NT-proBNP | 28210 | ng/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-06-29