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HelpTest Code LAB1240 B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP), Plasma
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| BNP | LAB1240 | BNP |
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.15 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
2. If patient is on nesiritide (Natrecor), wait 5 half-lives (2 hours) after infusion before drawing specimen.
3. Remove plasma from cells within 4 hours of draw.
4. Specimens can be processed and tested up to 4 hours at ambient temperature.
Additional Information: Glass vial is not acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 1 Day/Frozen 3 Months/Ambient 4 hours
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry -
Minnesota: Moose Lake Hospital Lab, Sandstone Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83880
Reference Values
0-100 pg/mL
Caution: BNP results will be elevated for patients receiving nesiritide (Natrecor®). Please wait 2 hours (5 half-lives) after infusion of nesiritide before drawing a BNP level.