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HelpTest Code MIMAY-;BNP B-Type Natriuretic Peptide, Plasma
Reporting Name
B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)Useful For
Aids in the diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF)
The role of brain natriuretic peptide in monitoring CHF therapy is under investigation
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge, remove plasma from cells, and freeze immediately or within 7 hours from time of collection.
Additional Information: Include patient's age and sex.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 365 days |
Reference Values
Males
≤45 years: ≤35 pg/mL
46 years: ≤36 pg/mL
47 years: ≤37 pg/mL
48 years: ≤38 pg/mL
49 years: ≤39 pg/mL
50 years: ≤40 pg/mL
51 years: ≤41 pg/mL
52 years: ≤42 pg/mL
53 years: ≤43 pg/mL
54 years: ≤45 pg/mL
55 years: ≤46 pg/mL
56 years: ≤47 pg/mL
57 years: ≤48 pg/mL
58 years: ≤49 pg/mL
59 years: ≤51 pg/mL
60 years: ≤52 pg/mL
61 years: ≤53 pg/mL
62 years: ≤55 pg/mL
63 years: ≤56 pg/mL
64 years: ≤57 pg/mL
65 years: ≤59 pg/mL
66 years: ≤60 pg/mL
67 years: ≤62 pg/mL
68 years: ≤64 pg/mL
69 years: ≤65 pg/mL
70 years: ≤67 pg/mL
71 years: ≤69 pg/mL
72 years: ≤70 pg/mL
73 years: ≤72 pg/mL
74 years: ≤74 pg/mL
75 years: ≤76 pg/mL
76 years: ≤78 pg/mL
77 years: ≤80 pg/mL
78 years: ≤82 pg/mL
79 years: ≤84 pg/mL
80 years: ≤86 pg/mL
81 years: ≤88 pg/mL
82 years: ≤91 pg/mL
≥83 years: ≤93 pg/mL
Females
≤45 years: ≤64 pg/mL
46 years: ≤66 pg/mL
47 years: ≤67 pg/mL
48 years: ≤69 pg/mL
49 years: ≤71 pg/mL
50 years: ≤73 pg/mL
51 years: ≤74 pg/mL
52 years: ≤76 pg/mL
53 years: ≤78 pg/mL
54 years: ≤80 pg/mL
55 years: ≤82 pg/mL
56 years: ≤84 pg/mL
57 years: ≤87 pg/mL
58 years: ≤89 pg/mL
59 years: ≤91 pg/mL
60 years: ≤93 pg/mL
61 years: ≤96 pg/mL
62 years: ≤98 pg/mL
63 years: ≤101 pg/mL
64 years: ≤103 pg/mL
65 years: ≤106 pg/mL
66 years: ≤109 pg/mL
67 years: ≤112 pg/mL
68 years: ≤114 pg/mL
69 years: ≤117 pg/mL
70 years: ≤120 pg/mL
71 years: ≤123 pg/mL
72 years: ≤127 pg/mL
73 years: ≤130 pg/mL
74 years: ≤133 pg/mL
75 years: ≤137 pg/mL
76 years: ≤140 pg/mL
77 years: ≤144 pg/mL
78 years: ≤147 pg/mL
79 years: ≤151 pg/mL
80 years: ≤155 pg/mL
81 years: ≤159 pg/mL
82 years: ≤163 pg/mL
≥83 years: ≤167 pg/mL
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; 6 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved or is exempt by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
83880
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BNP | B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) | 30934-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BNP | B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) | 30934-4 |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Method Name
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.