Test Catalog
Test
- Code
- E050
- Name
- PROBRAIN NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE
- Notes
- Description
Also known as: PROBRAIN NATRIURETC PEPTIDE NT, PROBNP, 37913, E050
Orderable Code: E050
Test Contains (LOINC): PROBNP (33762-6)
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Sample Type: Serum
Preferred Container: Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Sample Volume: 0.5 mL
Client Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability: Ambient: 3 days; Refrigerated: 6 days
TESTING
Frequency: Daily
Expected Turn Around: 1 Day
Responsible Dept: Immunoassay
CPT: 83880
Methodology: Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay