NT-proBNP

NT-proBNP

Test Code

11188
83880
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
11188
83880
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.

Clinical Significance

NT-proBNP - This assay aids in the diagnosis of individuals suspected of congestive heart failure; is indicated for risk stratification of patients with acute coronary syndrome and congestive heart failure. Also aids in the assessment of increased risk of cardiovascular events and mortality for patients at risk of heart failure who have stable coronary artery disease.

Test Resources

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Biotin: Interference with Laboratory Assays

Test Details

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

Reference Range(s)

0-74 years<125 pg/mL
≥75 years<450 pg/mL

Alternative Name(s)

BNP

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

Reference Range(s)

0-74 years<125 pg/mL
≥75 years<450 pg/mL

Alternative Name(s)

BNP
Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

1 mL plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Alternative Specimen(s)

Plasma collected in: Lithium heparin (green-top) tube or EDTA (royal blue-top) tube • Serum

Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Collection Instructions

Collect blood in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube. Separate plasma as soon after collection as possible. Keep refrigerated (cold packs) after separation.

Transport Container

Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

  • Room temperature: 72 hours
    Refrigerated: 5 days
    Frozen: 30 days

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined
1 mL plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Plasma collected in: Lithium heparin (green-top) tube or EDTA (royal blue-top) tube • Serum
0.3 mL
Collect blood in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube. Separate plasma as soon after collection as possible. Keep refrigerated (cold packs) after separation.
Transport tube
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: 30 days

Gross hemolysis

Service Area must be determined
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.
Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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