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1. B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) Test - Cleveland Clinic
Link: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/22629-b-type-natriuretic-peptide
Description: WebA BNP test or NT-proBNP test detects heart failure by measuring the amount of BNP or its prohormone NT-proBNP in the bloodstream, respectively. High levels of BNP or NT-proBNP are a sign that the heart has to work too hard to pump blood. What should I expect during a BNP test or NT-proBNP test?
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2. Natriuretic Peptide Tests (BNP, NT-proBNP) - MedlinePlus
Link: https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/natriuretic-peptide-tests-bnp-nt-probnp/
Description: WebHigher than normal levels of BNP or NT-proBNP mean that you could have heart failure. Your provider will probably order other heart health tests to help make a final diagnosis. In most cases, the higher the level of your test results, the more serious your heart failure may be.
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3. B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) Test: Interpretation & Benefits - WebMD
Link: https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/heart-failure/bnp-blood-test
Description: WebDec 18, 2023 · What does a high BNP mean? A high BNP level means you may have heart failure or that your heart failure is getting worse. It may also mean your heart failure treatment isn't working well...
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4. Natriuretic Peptide B Type Test - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556136/
Description: WebApr 23, 2023 · For this reason, BNP should not be used as a stand-alone test when guiding therapy in cardiac disease. Furthermore, while elevated BNP levels are highly sensitive to heart failure, they are not specific to its cause; elevated BNPs may be seen in various cardiac and noncardiac diseases, as previously mentioned.
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5. BNP Test (B-type Natriuretic Peptide): Results and More - Healthline
Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/bnp-test
Description: WebFeb 6, 2018 · What is it used for? 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...
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6. BNP: An important cardiac test - Harvard Health
Link: https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/bnp-an-important-new-cardiac-test
Description: WebAug 8, 2023 · 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. BNP is also helpful in determining the outlook for patients with heart failure. In general, the higher the level, the worse it is. Also, BNP is very helpful in guiding the treatment of HF.
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7. The Role of BNP Testing in Heart Failure | AAFP
Link: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2006/1201/p1893.html
Description: WebDec 1, 2006 · BNP increases when cardiac myocytes are strained; therefore, BNP is an effective method for detecting heart failure with or without systolic dysfunction. Elevated BNP levels also have been...
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8. BNP test: Ranges, results, and more - Medical News Today
Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326985
Description: WebNov 9, 2023 · Summary. A brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) blood test measures the levels of BNP in a person’s blood. Doctors use BNP tests to indicate how well the heart is pumping blood throughout the...
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9. Brain natriuretic peptide test - Mount Sinai Health System
Link: https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/tests/brain-natriuretic-peptide-test
Description: WebBrain natriuretic peptide (BNP) test is a blood test that measures levels of a protein called BNP that is made by your heart and blood vessels. BNP levels are higher than normal when you have heart failure. If you cough a lot, often feel weak, have lost your appetite, and need to urinate a lot at night, you might have symptoms of heart failure.
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10. Natriuretic Peptide Tests (BNP, NT-proBNP) - The Merck Manuals
Link: https://www.merckmanuals.com/-/media/Manual/LabTests/NatriureticPeptideTestsBNPNTproBNP.html
Description: WebWhat happens during a natriuretic peptide test? Will I need to do anything to prepare for the test? Are there any risks to the test? What do the results mean? Is there anything else I need to know about a natriuretic peptide test? References. …
