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