Diagnosis and management of heart failure
BNP Blood Test
Lab locations: UK / Ireland
Results by Email
Date of Birth Requirement
Regular price
£119.00 GBP
Please enter the name(s) and date(s) of birth of the person/people having the test
1.
Couldn't load pickup availability
Share this test with friends or family.
Overview:
Our BNP Blood Test (NT-proBNP) is a crucial diagnostic tool designed to measure the levels of N-terminal proBNP (NT-proBNP), in your blood. These biomarkers are essential for assessing heart function and diagnosing heart failure. Early detection through the BNP Blood Test enables timely and effective management of cardiovascular conditions, enhancing your quality of life and preventing potential complications.
Who Is This Test For?
This test is ideal for individuals experiencing one or more of the following:
-
Symptoms of Heart Failure:
- Persistent shortness of breath, especially during activity or at rest
- Chronic fatigue or weakness
- Swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet (edema)
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Difficulty sleeping due to breathing problems
- Persistent cough or wheezing, often producing white or pink blood-tinged mucus
-
Individuals with Risk Factors for Heart Disease:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Coronary artery disease
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Family history of heart disease
- Smoking
-
Those Undergoing Heart-Related Medical Treatments:
- Monitoring the effectiveness of heart failure treatments
- Assessing the severity of existing heart conditions
-
People with a Family History of Cardiovascular Disorders:
- Genetic predisposition to heart failure or other heart conditions
What This Test Includes:
Sample needed:
Why choose the BNP Blood Test?
- Early Detection of Heart Failure: Identifies elevated NT-proBNP levels early, allowing for prompt intervention and management.
- Comprehensive Heart Insights: Provides valuable information about your heart's function and potential underlying cardiovascular conditions.
- Monitor Treatment Effectiveness: Helps track the progress of heart failure treatments, ensuring they are working effectively.
- Accurate and Reliable: Uses advanced laboratory techniques to ensure precise measurement of NT-proBNP levels.
-
Clear and Detailed Results: Receive an easy-to-understand report that explains your biomarker levels and their implications for your heart health.
Results?
- Availability: Results available within 2 working days.
- Presentation: Your results will be presented in a clear and concise format, highlighting any areas of concern. Reference ranges will be provided to help you interpret your NT-proBNP levels.
-
Discuss with a Doctor: After receiving your results, you may choose to discuss them with a GP or cardiologist who can provide further insights and advise on appropriate actions (additional fee applies).
Preparation Required:
- Fasting: No fasting is required for this test.
- Medications: Continue taking any prescribed medications as usual unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
- Purchase your test(s) online making sure to give the name and date of birth of the person(s) taking the test. These details are required by the lab to uniquely identify your sample.
- You will get a confirmation email from us.
- We will process your order within an hour; Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
- Then, look out for the booking link email from our partner laboratory, Randox Health.
- Click on the link to book an appointment for your test.
- Attend to do your test.
- Results are emailed to you.
All laboratories need information regarding the client to uniquely identify their test sample.
Without these details, tests cannot be processed.
The minimum requirement is the full name, biological sex and date of birth.
You should enter these details securely at the top before you click 'Add to cart'.
We ask for your Biological Sex because NORMAL RANGES for some tests are different for men and women.