Vcheck Feline NT-proBNP
NT-proBNP concentration reflects the degree of cardiac activation secondary to stimulus, such as stretching. Vcheck's fNT-proBNP test allows for identification of this marker to assess the magnitude of cardiac muscle stretching.


Animal
Feline

Sample Type
Serum, Plasma (heparin, EDTA) 100μl

Measurement Range
50-1,500 pmol/L

Testing Time
10 minutes
Clinical Application
Diagnosis of Heart Disease in Cats
Screens for occult heart disease
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Prior to anesthesia
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In apparently healthy cats with heart murmurs
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At risk breeds - Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Birman, Persian
Distinguishes cardiac from respiratory disease
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In cats with respiratory signs such as dyspnea, tachypnea, cough
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Differentiates cardiac and respiratory causes of dyspnea
Determines the severity of heart disease
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Monitors stabilization of CHF during hospitalization
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Predicts survival in cats with CHF
Downloads
Vcheck Feline NT-proBNP Leaflet
Vcheck Feline NT-proBNP Brochure
"Getting to the Heart of Cardiac Biomarkers" Webinar