Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP), first discovered in porcine brain, is principally produced by the heart. Unlike atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP), BNP is largely derived from the ventricles.

Renal sodium excretion, in turn, leads to a concurrent fluid diuresis and hypovolemia. Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) was the first natriuretic suggested to have a potential role in causing ...

Circulating concentrations of B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) and the N-terminal ... extent of ischemia, renal function, C-reactive protein and troponins. In stable CAD, the risk associated ...

The cells of the transplanted organ will perform their expected function – heart cells will beat, kidney cells ... chambers release peptide hormones, including ‘atrial natriuretic peptide ...