BNP

Test Code: 171BSpecimen Collection: Plasma
Component:

BNP

Method:

IA

Collection Notes: After centrifugation if plasma samples are not tested within 24 hours, store samples in plastic tubes and freeze at -20°C. Ship on Dry Ice.
Clinical Utility: This test is helpful in the early diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF). It is used to rule out CHF as the cause of shortness of breath.
CPT Code: 83880Testing Location: AML
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Plasma (2 mL)

EDTA

Refrigerated
 
24
 
Hours
Frozen
 
9
 
Months
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