What is another word for Brain Natriuretic Peptide?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈe͡ɪn nˌatɹɪjuːɹˈɛtɪk pˈɛpta͡ɪd] (IPA) 
Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) is a hormone produced mainly by the heart. It is also known as B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) or Natriuretic Peptide B (NPPB). This hormone is a biomarker used in the diagnosis and management of heart failure since it is released when the heart is under stress. Other synonyms for BNP include nesiritide, Natrecor, and ANP (Atrial Natriuretic Peptide) since it shares similar functions with ANP. BNP is also known as Ventricular Natriuretic Peptide (VNP) since it is produced mainly in the ventricles of the heart. Additionally, BNP is sometimes referred to as Brain Natriuretic Hormone (BNH) since it is a type of hormone that regulates fluid balance and blood pressure in the body.
