Test Code PBNP PRO BNP
Additional Codes
Software | Test Code |
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Label Text | PBNP |
EPIC | LAB11371 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis and assessment of disease severity in congestive heart failure (CHF), plus risk stratification in acute coronary syndromes (ACS)
Method Name
Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Reference Values
< 50 years: 0 - 450 pg/mL
50 - 75 years: 0 - 900 pg/mL
> 75 years: 0 - 1800 pg/mL
NT-proBNP levels of <300 pg/mL are associated with a negative predictive value of 98% for excluding heart failure. NT-proBNP levels may be lower in obese individuals and higher with renal failure.
NT-proBNP levels above the age associated cut-offs indicate ADHF (Acute Decompensated Heart Failure) is likely.
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Available Stat
Specimen Type
Plasma
Preferred Container
Plasma Separator Tube (PST)
Preferred Volume
Plasma: 2 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Minimum Volume
Plasma: 0.5 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate plasma and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Plasma
Frozen: 2 Months
Refrigerated: 6 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 24 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
This test, when ordered on Medicare patients, is subject to the National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies. Please verify that the diagnosis code (ICD code) you have chosen demonstrates medical necessity for the test as documented in the physician’s patient record. The CMS web site is available to assist you with this verification. A properly executed Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) must be submitted with the specimen if medical necessity is not demonstrated by the ICD code chosen.
CPT Code Information
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
---|---|---|
83880 | Natriuretic Peptide, Quantitative |
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Orange Top Tube (Rapid clot serum)
LOINC Code Information
30934-4
Keywords
PRO B-NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE
BRAIN NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories