Brain Natriuretic Peptide
Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) is released by the heart in response to wall stress. Elevated levels support the diagnosis of heart failure.
Why a doctor may order this
To aid diagnosis and monitoring of heart failure and assess cardiac strain.
Why you may need this
If you have shortness of breath or suspected heart failure — BNP rises when the heart is strained.
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