What is N-terminal pro B-type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-proBNP)?
N-terminal pro B-type Natriuretic Peptide is measured as part of a cardiac markers panel. Your NT-proBNP is normal, making significant heart failure unlikely.
What does a high N-terminal pro B-type Natriuretic Peptide mean?
Your NT-proBNP is elevated, which suggests the heart is under strain. This is a key marker in diagnosing and monitoring heart failure.
If markedly elevated: Your NT-proBNP is very high — please seek prompt cardiac evaluation.
Understand your whole report, not just one number
A single value rarely tells the full story — N-terminal pro B-type Natriuretic Peptide is best read alongside the rest of your panel. Paste your values or upload your report and get a plain-English explanation of every marker, with the important results flagged.