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hormone, originally isolated from porcine brain tissue, having biologic effects similar to those of atrial natriuretic peptide and stored mainly in the myocardium of the cardiac ventricles; blood levels of BNP are elevated in hypervolemic states such as congestive heart failure and hypertension
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... Why get tested?
To help diagnose the presence and severity of heart failure
When to get tested?
If you have symptoms of heart failure, such as shortness of breath and fatigue, or if you are being treated for heart failure
Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm
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