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HelpTest Code PBNP NT-Pro B-Type Natiuretic Peptide
Additional Codes
PBNP
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
PST
Collection Instructions
Routine Venipuncture
Collection Volume
5.0 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
2.0 mL
Testing Volume
0.5 mL
Rejection Criteria
QNS samples; Improper or insufficient labeling; Specimen >3 days old stored at room temperature; Specimen >6 days old refrigerated
Specimen Storage and Stability
Ambient : 3 days; Refrigerated: 6 days
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Sunday through Saturday; 8 am - 2 pm
EPIC Code
LAB7077B
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay
Acceptable Collection Container
PST, SST, R-NoGel, LAV
Patient Preparation
None
Transport
Ambient or Refrigerated
STAT Availability
No
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry
LOINC
83107-3
CPT
83880