Test Code NT-proBNP NT-Pro-B-Type Natriuretic Peptide
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Heparinized Plasma
Acceptable: Serum
Volume: 1ml
TRANSPORT TEMPERATURE/STABILITY
Preferred Transport Temperature: Refrigerated unless a delay in testing is expected.
Serum and plasma samples may be stored for up to 24 hours at 20–25 °C (68–77 °F), 4 days at 2–8 °C (36–46 °F), or 26 weeks at ≤ -20 °C (-4 °F).
Performing Laboratory
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