BNP and NT-proBNP: At a Glance

BNP and NT-proBNP

Also known as: Brain natriuretic peptide, proBNP
Formal name: B-type natriuretic peptide, N-terminal pro b-type natriuretic peptide
Related tests: Cardiac biomarkers

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