The BNP test the level of BNP in the blood to help assess the severity of heart diseases, including congestive heart failure (CHF).
About Using Reagent
Sample Types
whole blood, plasma
Detection Range
AFIAS (5 – 5000 pg/ml)
ichroma™ (5 – 5000 pg/ml)
Indication
Acute Heart failure, Congestive Heart Failure
BNP levels are simple and objective measures of cardiac function. These measurements can diagnose (congestive) heart failure, including diastolic dysfunction. The BNP test result is particularly useful for ruling out heart failure in the ER. The BNP test may run with fingertip blood and delivers reliable results in 12 minutes so that clinicians can proactively respond.