A BNP test is ordered to diagnose high blood pressure when presented with the following symptoms; - Headaches - Dizziness - Blurred vision - Nosebleeds - Shortness of breath
The test includes a blood test to measure the level of B-Type Natriuretic Peptide present in a blood sample.
We will send you your B-Type Natriuretic peptide finger-prick blood test sample collection kit. It contains instructions with all the equipment you will need to take your blood sample in the comfort of your home. If you are unsure about a finger-prick blood sample collection, you can opt for a clinic-based blood sample collection.
Your test kit includes 1st class postage and packaging for you to send your blood sample directly to our laboratory for analysis. If you want to ensure your sample arrives at the laboratory the following day itself, you may send your blood sample through guaranteed next day delivery.
Our medical team at ‘The Online Surgery’ will provide a full report of your FSH test results within four hours after receiving your sample with follow-up advice if necessary. BNP levels below 100 pg/mL indicate no heart failure, 100-300 pg/mL suggest risk of heart failure, above 300 pg/mL indicate mild heart failure, above 600 pg/mL indicate moderate heart failure and above 900 pg/mL indicate severe heart failure. High levels of B-Type Natriuretic peptide indicate an increased amount of fluid or pressure in the heart and may be used to determine the severity of heart failure.
