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BNP
(a.k.a Brain natriuretic peptide, NTB, Pro-BNP, NT--proBNP)
minimum sample volume required ~ 5ml
Test Code: NTB
Other acceptable tube types
Lithium heparin (pale green)
Special instructions
None
In suspected chronic heart failure:
>2000: Refer urgently to heart failure clinic.
400 - 2000: Refer to community Echo & initiate treatment if high clinical suspicion.
<400: Heart failure unlikely. Review for alternative causes. If suspicion of heart failure remains discuss with cardiology via consultant connect.
(NICE NG106)
Units
ng/L
Turnaround Time
2
days
Department: Biochemistry
