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A BNP test measures brain natriuretic peptide, a hormone that indicates heart failure. Learn how to prepare, interpret, and lower BNP levels, and what other tests are used for diagnosis.
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Oznacza się stężenie BNP lub NT-proBNP we krwi w celu oceny niewydolności serca. BNP był uprzednio zwany mózgowym peptydem natriuretycznym z uwagi na to, że występuje w tkance mózgowej (oraz aby odróżnić go od podobnego białka wytwarzanego w przedsionkach lub górnych komorach serca, zwanego ANP).
3 mar 2022 · A BNP test measures the levels of a hormone called BNP in your blood. Higher levels of BNP can be a sign of heart failure or other heart problems. Learn more about the test, its results and what they mean.
17 gru 2023 · A BNP test measures the level of a hormone your heart makes when it works harder than normal. It can help diagnose or monitor heart failure and its treatment. Learn more about BNP, NT-proBNP, and how to prepare for a BNP test.
9 lis 2023 · A BNP test measures the levels of a hormone that the heart produces to regulate blood volume. Doctors use it to indicate how well the heart is pumping blood and to help diagnose or monitor heart failure.
6 lut 2018 · A BNP test detects a rise in BNP, which indicates heart failure. Your doctor may recommend this test if you have symptoms of heart failure, such as shortness of breath. Early diagnosis of...
8 sie 2023 · BNP is very helpful in diagnosing HF. A normal BNP level makes HF less likely, freeing doctors to hunt for other conditions that may be causing shortness of breath or fluid retention. Slightly high BNP levels are less conclusive; but patients with suspected HF and very high BNP levels can get started on therapy with less delay.