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What causes a high B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)?

Normal range < 100 (heart failure unlikely) pg/mL (< 100 ng/L SI). Specimen: Plasma (EDTA). See the full B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.

What is the normal range for B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)?

The standard teaching reference range for B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) is < 100 (heart failure unlikely) pg/mL in conventional units, or < 100 ng/L in SI units. This value is measured in plasma (edta).

B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) reference range and specimen details
SpecimenPlasma (EDTA)
Conventional range< 100 (heart failure unlikely) pg/mL
SI range< 100 ng/L
PanelCardiac Markers

Full details, including nursing considerations, on the B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.

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