BNP and NT-proBNP

What is BNP? BNP is a hormone and plays an important role in the regulation of water-salt balance and blood pressure. BNP or its precursor is produced primarily by muscle cells in the ventricles of the heart. In addition, the adrenal glands and the brain also produce BNP, but only in small quantities. The abbreviation … BNP and NT-proBNP