Test Code BNP B-Type Natriuretic Peptide

Important Note

NAH Outreach Interface Order

Test performed at FMC and VVMC. NT pro-BNP testing available at SMC.

Plasma

Lavender EDTA

1 mL

Pediatric minimum: 1 lavender top microtainer

24 hours at 2-8°C/9 months -20°C

STAT/ASAP: 1 hour

Centrifuge. Separate plasma from cells. Freeze and transport separated plasma at -20°C.

83880

Result Code	Result Name
BNP	BNP