Natriuretic Peptide Tests (BNP, NT-proBNP)-Introduction, Test Result, Unit, Test Method, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes
Introduction Natriuretic peptide tests, including BNP and NT-proBNP, help diagnose heart failure by measuring blood peptide levels. Moreover, these peptides regulate blood pressure and fluid balance. As heart failure worsens, BNP and NT-proBNP levels rise significantly. Therefore, doctors use these tests to assess heart function …