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HelpTEST ID BNP B-TYPE NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE (BNP)
Performing Laboratory
NRLS-Core Chemistry
Specimen Type
EDTA Plasma
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: EDTA Pink or Lavender
Acceptable: none
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL
Collection Instructions:
Plasma gel tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hours of collection. Acceptable up to 7 hrs unspun.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma | Refrigerated(preferred) | 24 hours |
| Ambient | 7 hours | |
| Frozen | Indefinite |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 day