Pro-BNP N-Terminal
Order Name
PROBNP N-T
Test Number: 2015177
Revision Date 02/15/2023
Test Number: 2015177
Revision Date 02/15/2023
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Pro-BNP N-Terminal
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Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay | 33762-6 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1.0 mL (0.7 mL) | Serum | Clot Activator (SST or Red No-Gel) | Refrigerated or Frozen |
| Instructions | Notes: 0.7 mL (Note: This volume Does NOT allow for repeat testing.) Specimen Type: Gel-barrier tube (preferred) or red-top tube Specimen Collection: If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube. Special Instructions: This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R). It is recommended to ask all patients who may be indicated for this test about biotin supplementation. Patients should be cautioned to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample. Specimen Stability: Ambient: 3 days; Refrigerated : 6 days: Frozen: 24 months (Freeze/Thaw: x1) |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 2-3 Days |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 143000 |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 143000 |
| CPT Code(s) | 83880 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |