Test Code NTBNP NT-Pro-B-Type Natriuretic Peptide
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Name: NT-Pro-BNP
Sunquest Order Code: NTBNP
Px Order Code: LAB3197
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Mint
Acceptable: Gold
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Reference Range
<125 pg/mL for <75 years old <450 pg/mL for >75 years oldCritical Value
None
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
1 day
Specimen Stability
3 days
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Performing Lab - Department
TUKHS-BH-Chemistry
CPT Code
83880
LOINC Code
83107-3
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH-Chemistry
Clinical Indications
To aid in the diagnosis of congestive heart failure.
Test Alias
N Terminal ProBNP
NT Pro BNP