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HelpTest Code PBNP NT-Pro B-Type Natiuretic Peptide
Additional Codes
PBNP
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
PST
Acceptable Collection Container
PST, SST, R-NoGel, LAV
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
Patient Preparation
None
Transport
Ambient or Refrigerated
STAT Availability
No
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry
CPT
83880
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay
LOINC
83107-3