BNP

BNP is an acronym that can refer to several topics across medicine, politics, and finance. Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a peptide hormone produced mainly by the heart's ventricles in response to stretch and volume overload. BNP, and the related NT-proBNP fragment, are commonly measured as biomarkers for heart failure and other cardiac conditions. Higher levels support the diagnosis and guide management, while values are influenced by age, renal function, body mass, and acute illness.

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is one of the major political parties in Bangladesh. Founded in 1978 by Ziaur Rahman, it promotes Bangladeshi nationalism and center-right policies. The party has alternated between governing and opposition and has been led by Khaleda Zia. BNP participates in elections and forms alliances, while facing political and legal controversies that are common in Bangladeshi politics.

British National Party (BNP) is a far-right political party in the United Kingdom, founded in 1982. It has advocated nationalist and anti-immigration policies and at times held a small number of local council seats and European Parliament representation. The party has been widely condemned for extremist associations, and its electoral influence declined during the 2010s.

BNP Paribas is a French multinational bank and financial services company. It originated from Banque Nationale de Paris (BNP), and in 2000 merged with Paribas to form BNP Paribas. Today it operates worldwide across retail, corporate, and investment banking and is one of Europe’s largest banks. The group has faced regulatory inquiries and fines as part of its global operations.