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Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP)

Definition:

Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a hormone secreted by cardiomyocytes. BNP has the effects of diuresis, natriuresis, vasodilation, anti-hypertrophy, and anti-fibrosis. BNP inhibits the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone and sympathetic nervous systems to maintain cardiorenal homeostasis and counteract the effects of Heart failure.

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