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Test Code BNP BNP

Cerner Test Code

BNP

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Lavender

Specimen Draw Volume

Volume: 3.0 mL

Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw in an EDTA Lavender top tube. Mix well, spin tube and aliquot plasma. Send labeled aliquot tube to MCL refrigerated. If specimen is received at MCL >24 hours, freeze plasma . Minimum of 1 ml plasma needed.

Stability

Stability: Whole blood – Refrigerated 24hrs; Plasma: Refrigerated 24hrs, Frozen 9 months

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

83880

Methodology

Chemiluminescence

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry

Rejection Criteria

Rejection criteria: Clotted specimen