NT – PRO BNP (N-Terminal Pro B Type Natriuretic Peptide) – BC248
❤️ Heart Failure Marker
₹1699
MRP ₹1800
Sample Time: 5:30 PM
Report: Same Day
Sample Type: Blood (Serum)
Test Code: BC248
Report: Same Day
Sample Type: Blood (Serum)
Test Code: BC248
About this Test:
The NT-proBNP test measures the level of N-terminal pro B-type natriuretic peptide in the blood. This substance is produced by the heart, specifically the left ventricle, when it is stretched or working too hard to pump blood.
✔ The Gold Standard test for diagnosing and monitoring Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
✔ Helps differentiate whether shortness of breath is caused by a heart problem or a lung problem.
✔ Assesses the severity of heart failure and predicts patient outcomes.
✔ No fasting is required for this test.
The NT-proBNP test measures the level of N-terminal pro B-type natriuretic peptide in the blood. This substance is produced by the heart, specifically the left ventricle, when it is stretched or working too hard to pump blood.
✔ The Gold Standard test for diagnosing and monitoring Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
✔ Helps differentiate whether shortness of breath is caused by a heart problem or a lung problem.
✔ Assesses the severity of heart failure and predicts patient outcomes.
✔ No fasting is required for this test.
Why is NT-proBNP Critical for Heart Health?
When the heart muscle is stressed or struggling to pump effectively (as in heart failure), it releases a protein called BNP (B-type Natriuretic Peptide) and an inactive byproduct called NT-proBNP into the bloodstream. The levels of these peptides rise in direct proportion to the severity of the heart stress.
Doctors primarily use this test in emergency or clinical settings for patients presenting with:
- Dyspnea: Sudden or chronic shortness of breath.
- Edema: Swelling in the legs, ankles, or abdomen.
- Fatigue: Extreme tiredness during physical activity.
Interpreting the Results
- Normal/Low Levels: A low result essentially rules out acute heart failure. If you are short of breath, the cause is likely non-cardiac (e.g., asthma, COPD, or anxiety).
- High Levels: Elevated levels strongly suggest the presence of heart failure. The higher the number, the more severe the condition. Levels can also be monitored over time to see if heart failure treatment is working.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the NT-proBNP test used for?
It is primarily used to diagnose or rule out heart failure in patients experiencing shortness of breath. It helps determine if the symptom is due to the heart or the lungs.
It is primarily used to diagnose or rule out heart failure in patients experiencing shortness of breath. It helps determine if the symptom is due to the heart or the lungs.
Q2: What does a high NT-proBNP level mean?
A high level indicates that the heart is under stress and is working harder than normal to pump blood. This is a strong indicator of heart failure. Higher levels generally correlate with more severe disease.
A high level indicates that the heart is under stress and is working harder than normal to pump blood. This is a strong indicator of heart failure. Higher levels generally correlate with more severe disease.
Q3: Do I need to fast for this test?
No, fasting is not required for the NT-proBNP test. You can eat and drink normally before the sample collection.
No, fasting is not required for the NT-proBNP test. You can eat and drink normally before the sample collection.
Q4: Can anything else cause high NT-proBNP levels?
Yes. While heart failure is the main cause, levels can also be elevated due to kidney failure (as the kidneys clear the peptide), age (levels rise naturally with age), and certain other heart conditions like arrhythmias.
Yes. While heart failure is the main cause, levels can also be elevated due to kidney failure (as the kidneys clear the peptide), age (levels rise naturally with age), and certain other heart conditions like arrhythmias.
Q5: How quickly will I get my report?
Sanovra Lab provides same-day reporting for samples collected by 5:30 PM, which is crucial for timely cardiac diagnosis.
Sanovra Lab provides same-day reporting for samples collected by 5:30 PM, which is crucial for timely cardiac diagnosis.