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NT-PROBNP HEART STRAIN BLOOD TEST

£149.00
+ £35.00 clinic fee
£149.00 - £149.00
Current price £149.00
Original price £0.00 - Original price £0.00
Original price £0.00

This test measures NT-proBNP, a protein the heart releases when its walls are stretched by strain, helping detect and monitor heart failure and assess overall cardiovascular risk.

Simple and accurate blood test from a laboratory you can speak to.

TEST RESTRICTIONS

This test is only available in as a venous test. Please book an appointment at a One Day Tests clinic near you.


STEP 1 - CHOOSE YOUR SAMPLE COLLECTION OPTION

NT-PROBNP BLOOD TEST OVERVIEW

NT-proBNP is a protein released by the heart when it’s under strain. When your heart has to work harder than usual to pump blood around your body, it produces more of this marker.

The blood test is mainly used to help evaluate how well your heart is working, and it’s especially useful for detecting heart failure or keeping track of an existing heart condition. Raised levels indicate that your heart is under stress, although other factors, such as kidney disease and getting older, can also push levels up.

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NT-PROBNP HEART STRAIN BLOOD TEST

NT-proBNP is a protein that is released by heart muscle when the heart is being overworked. It is used as a screening test for heart failure.

1 BIOMARKER

  1. PROTEIN

    - NT-proBNP

  2. UPGRADE

    Need more biomarkers? Add this test to the Ultimate Heart Health Blood Test.

  1. TURNAROUND TIME

    We are extremely fast, with some results available within hours and others within a working day or less, from the time your sample is in our lab. However, this is not a guarantee and should not be taken as such. This is the guideline turnaround time that can be shorter or longer.


    THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEED TURNAROUND TIME.


    We are extremely proud of our very short turnaround times and a very efficient laboratory processes, you will start receiving results as soon as they are available and have completed clinical validation.


    Whilst we accommodate the shortest of time scales, with some results available within hours, for this particular test the usual turnaround time is: 3 working days.

  1. WILL I HAVE A GENERAL EXPLANATION OF MY RESULTS?

    Yes, our doctors put a huge amount of effort into your online Health Dashboard, which will have explanations of what each biomarker is, the normal reference ranges and what it means if you are outside of them.


    This service is included in the price of all our tests.

  1. CAN I SEE A GP TO DISCUSS MY RESULTS?

    Yes, usually the same or next day.


    One Day Tests has a fantastic clinical team of consultants and GPs. Once you have your results you can book an online video consultation to discuss your results.


    Our clinical team consists of practicing NHS and private GPs, who work closely with our laboratory and can tell you what your blood test results mean for you. Having an integrated laboratory and GP services makes your health journey seamless and extremely efficient.


    This service is not included in the price of the test, it is charged separately, should you wish to book it.

DOCTOR'S COMMENTS

Hi, I am Dr. Adam Staten and here's my view on this test as a GP and Clinical Director at One Day Tests.

DR. ADAM STATEN - GP VIEW AND RED FLAG SYMPTOMS

The NT-proBNP is an essential part of the investigations for any patient complaining of shortness of breath or swelling of the legs. Both of these can potentially be caused by heart failure which is a key diagnosis to rule out.

Red flag symptoms for the NT-proBNP Heart Strain Blood Test

Consult with a doctor if you experience any of the following:

  • Worsening shortness of breath
  • Worsening swelling of the feet and legs
  • Chest pain
  • Shortness of breath when lying flat or waking up at night breathless

Your Results and Health Dashboard

The results of your NT-proBNP Heart Strain Blood Test will be emailed to you as a secured PDF file, ready for your GP and will also be uploaded to our Health Dashboard area of the website. It’s a unique and powerful tool, powered by our in-house clinical analysis research, to match your biomarkers across test panels and symptoms, as well as provide clinical commentary on all individual biomarkers you tested for.

The health dashboard will also provide "panel level" commentary - a birds eye view of the biomarkers that were tested. This feature allows you to view your test results and clinical commentary, and compare them to previous results, giving you a clear understanding of how your health is progressing.

By using the Health Dashboard, you can identify changes in your biomarkers and make necessary adjustments to your lifestyle. This added value is immense, as it empowers you to monitor your health and make informed decisions about your well-being.

It's free and is available with all of our tests.

SAVE ON CONTINUOUS MONITORING WITH OUR SUBSCRIPTION PLAN

The best way to look after your health is to do so regularly. This is easy to do with our continual monitoring plans which give you a discount on future blood tests. You choose the frequency and we'll do the rest.

When you purchase a subscription, we will deliver your home test kits or allow you to book appointments in line with your chosen frequency. You will be able to track your biomarkers over time in our powerful Health Dashboard, where results will be automatically updated for you. There is a minimum of 3 tests with any subscription, after which you can pause/restart/cancel at any time.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Hi, I am Stefania Brown, I am the Laboratory Manager at One Day Tests and here are the lab's special requests for the NT-proBNP Heart Strain Blood Test.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

No special instructions required for this test.

Clinic appointment - how to prepare for the NT-proBNP Heart Strain Blood Test

If you are coming into one of our clinics for the test, this is what you need to do before you arrive:

  • Drink plenty of water about an hour before the appointment.
  • Avoid coffee/tea/energy drinks. Water is good!
  • That’s it! We’ll do the rest.

We look forward to receiving your sample in our lab!

WHY CHOOSE US?

Hello! My name is Dr. Vinesh Mistry, I am part of the GP team here at One Day Tests and here is why you should trust us to test your blood.

QUICK AND ACCURATE RESULTS DIRECT FROM A LABORATORY.

We run our own regulated laboratories and our own accredited clinics. We manufacture our own approved home sample collection kits. Your results are looked after by our fantastic clinical governance team and our super-talented biomedical science team.

When you book your test with us - you book directly with the lab. This means accuracy and responsible duty of care, direct access to the provider and extremely fast turnaround times.

Finally, our customer services rock! You can ask the lab a question any time or you can speak to a real human. You can email us on hello@onedaytests.com or give us a call on 0115 661 21 61.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Hi, I am Lana Nela, Lead Nurse, and here is what we are frequently asked about this test.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the NT-proBNP Heart Strain Blood Test.

Does the NT-proBNP diagnose heart failure?

No, the definitive test for heart failure is an echocardiogram. The NT-proBNP is used to help identify patients who need to proceed to an echocardiogram or to exclude heart failure as a cause for their symptoms. If the NT-proBNP is negative then other causes for the symptoms should be investigated. A raised reading does not mean that heart failure is definitely present, the NT-proBNP may be falsely raised in a number of other conditions including kidney disease and liver disease. 

Can the NT-proBNP diagnose a heart attack?

No, this test is not appropriate for diagnosing a heart attack or other forms of ischaemic heart disease such as angina. If you are experiencing chest pain, please call 999. 

WHY HAVE THE TEST?

Hi, I am Nader Eldarf, I am a Biomedical Scientist in our laboratory and here is why it's important to take this test.
  1. WHY HAVE THE NT-PROBNP HEART STRAIN BLOOD TEST?

    The NT-proBNP is a screening test for heart failure. It can either provide reassurance that the heart is working well or indicate the need for further testing.

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

Hi, I am Sandeep Patel, I am the Laboratory Director at One Day Tests. Here are the symptoms that you may wish to address with this test.
  1. IS THE NT-PROBNP HEART STRAIN BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

    The NT-proBNP blood test is useful for anyone who wants to check on the health of their heart. This is particularly useful for people experiencing shortness of breath on exertion, breathlessness when they lie flat, or swelling of the feet and ankles

  1. SYMPTOMS AND TAGS

    Cardiovascular risk worry, Fast beating heart, Heart attack and Irregular heartbeat

WHY ARE BLOOD TESTS IMPORTANT?

Health monitoring is very important, you are in charge of your health - look after it.