NT-pro BNP at Test Zone Diagnostic Center

The N-terminal pro b-type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-proBNP) test measures the level of a hormone produced by the heart in response to stress and stretching of the heart chambers. Elevated levels are a key indicator of heart failure. This test is used to diagnose heart failure, assess its severity, and monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

Key Benefits:

• Aids in the diagnosis and evaluation of heart failure.

• Helps differentiate heart failure from other causes of shortness of breath.

• Useful for monitoring treatment response and predicting outcomes.