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 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 Brochure
Vcheck Feline NT-proBNP Detailer
Recommended in AAHA’s 2023 Senior Care Guidelines for Dogs and Cats!
NT-proBNP Webinars
"Getting to the Root of the Problem Through Preanesthetic Examination & Testing of the Dental Patient" Webinar
"Getting the Most of Your Baseline Lab Work: The Role of NT-proBNP in Wellness and Risk Assessment" Webinar
"Anesthetic Workup & Utilizing NT-proBNP for the General Practice Dental Patient" Webinar
What Our Customers Are Saying
“There’s no time for the NT-proBNP sample to degrade, so it’s been extremely accurate. The test has been a great asset to our practice.”
Ailena Baum, DVM Lyons Veterinary Service
Product Information
Product Number | Product Name | Packing Unit | Product Type |
|---|---|---|---|
VCF130DC | Vcheck Feline NT-proBNP | 5 Tests/Kit | Device |