natriurin
Natriurin is a term that can refer to a few different, though related, concepts in biology and medicine. Most commonly, it relates to natriuretic peptides, which are a group of hormone-like substances produced in the heart and blood vessels. These peptides play a crucial role in regulating blood pressure and fluid balance within the body.
The primary natriuretic peptides are atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) and brain natriuretic peptide (BNP), though others
When released, natriuretic peptides act on the kidneys to increase the excretion of sodium (natriuresis) and
In a clinical context, BNP levels are often measured in the blood as a biomarker for heart