71425-3
LaboratoryNatriuretic peptide.B prohormone N-Terminal [Mass/volume] in Blood by Immunoassay
Definition
This term refers to point of care (often CLIA waived) testing in a clinical or lab setting for the quantitative measurement of N-terminal-pro B-type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-proBNP) in whole blood. This term was created for, but not limited to, Mitsubishi Chemical Medience's PATHFAST® NTproBNP test kit for whole blood specimens. For NT-proBNP testing on serum or plasma, see LOINC 33762-6.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Natriuretic peptide.B prohormone N-Terminal
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
IA
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
NT-proBNP Bld IA-mCnc
Display Name
Natriuretic peptide.B prohormone N-Terminal IA (Bld) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71425-3?
LOINC code 71425-3 identifies "Natriuretic peptide.B prohormone N-Terminal [Mass/volume] in Blood by Immunoassay". This term refers to point of care (often CLIA waived) testing in a clinical or lab setting for the quantitative measurement of N-terminal-pro B-type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-proBNP) in whole blood. This term was created for, but not limited to, Mitsubishi Chemical Medience's PATHFAST® NTproBNP test kit for whole blood specimens. For NT-proBNP testing on serum or plasma, see LOINC 33762-6.
What does 71425-3 measure?
This code measures Natriuretic peptide.B prohormone N-Terminal in Bld. It belongs to the CHEM class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.