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HelpTest Code MIMAY-;BNP B-Type Natriuretic Peptide, Plasma
Reporting Name
B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF)
The role of B-type natriuretic peptide in monitoring CHF therapy is under investigation.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTANecessary Information
Include patient's age and sex.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into plastic vial. Freeze immediately or within 7 hours of collection.
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) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US 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 |
Report Available
2 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.