Natriuretic peptide

A natriuretic peptide is a peptide that induces natriuresis, which is the excretion of sodium by the kidneys.

Known natriuretic peptides include the following:

  • atrial natriuretic peptide, also known as ANP
  • brain natriuretic peptide, also known as BNP (B-type natriuretic peptide)
  • C-type natriuretic peptide, also known as CNP
  • dendroaspis natriuretic peptide, also known as DNP
  • urodilatin

See also


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