Test Name
Pro-BNP
Specimen Type & Acceptability
Serum
3 days refrigerated
General Use
Used as an aid in the diagnosis and assessment of severity in individuals suspected of having congestive heart failure (CHF). The test is further indicated for the risk stratification of patients with acute coronary syndrome and heart failure.
CPT Code(s)
83380
Special Instructions
Let clot for 10-20 minutes. After the sample is fully clotted, centrifuge the sample. Verify complete separation of cells and serum and refrigerate.
Container/Tube Type
Volume
1 mL Min. vol. = 200 ul
Suggested Tube Types
Description
Typical Volume
Gold Top Serum Separator Tube (SST)
⋜ 5 mL
Tiger Top Serum Separator Tube (SST)
^For larger volume tests
> 5 mL
Red Top Tube (No additive)
⋜ 5 mL
EDTA Whole Blood
3 mL
3.2 % Sodium Citrate Whole Blood
2.7 mL
Lithium Heparin Plasma Separator Tube
⋜ 5 mL