B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)

Test Name B-TYPE NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE
Alternate Name(s) BNP
Laboratory Module LAB
Ordering Mnemonic BNP 
Specimen Type EDTA Plasma
Collection Container 5ml Lavender
Container Information
Lavender TubeLavender TubeMicro-Lavender TubeMicro-Lavender Tube
Collection Information  
Test Schedule 24/7
Routine Turnaround Time Turnaround times are posted in DOCS/ Laboratory Turn Around Times DOCS# 9580
Stat Turnaround Time  
Reference Interval  
Critical Values  
Lab Process Notes

Mix thoroughly by gentle inversion and centrifugation WITHIN 24 hours of collection.

Storage and Transport Store refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Separate and Freeze at <= -20 C if not tested within 24 hours. 
Test Referred To On-site, BGH Laboratory

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