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HelpTest Code LAB106 B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)
Intended Use
Used as a noninvasive measurement for assessing patients for CHF and risk stratification in patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS)
Methodology
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Performing Laboratory
RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH
Specimen Requirements
Required: Plasma (EDTA)
Container: Purple top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.6 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: -20 C >24 hours
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83880
Shipping and Handling Instructions
Centrifuge and separate plasma from the cells. Transfer at least 0.6 mL of cell-free sample to a storage tube. Tightly stopper the tube immediately and freeze at -20°C or colder.