Brain natriuretic peptide: Difference between revisions

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==Values==
==Values==
*<100 --> CHF R/O
*<100: CHF ruled out
*100-400 Consider differential diagnosis
*100-400: Consider differential diagnosis and pre-test probability
*>400 Certain
*>400:  Positive (see differential diagnosis)


== Differential Diagnosis (Elevated)==
== Differential Diagnosis (Elevated)==

Revision as of 13:47, 1 June 2015

Values

  • <100: CHF ruled out
  • 100-400: Consider differential diagnosis and pre-test probability
  • >400: Positive (see differential diagnosis)

Differential Diagnosis (Elevated)

May have false negatives with obesity and diastolic dysfunction

References