Testing Laboratory
Waitematā | Northshore HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
OBNP
Test Code (Numeric Code)
4340
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
24 hours
Synonyms
NtBNP other fluids
Turnaround Time
24 hours
Specimen Type
- Aspirate
- Fluid Other
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Specimen Container
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Specimen Container
Last updated: 16/02/2026