B Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)(NT-Pro)

Description

The B Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) or NT-proBNP test is a crucial blood test used in the diagnosis and management of heart failure. It measures the levels of BNP or its precursor, NT-proBNP, which are hormones released by the heart in response to stress or stretching of the heart muscle. Elevated levels can indicate heart failure or other cardiac dysfunctions. This test is valuable for assessing the severity of heart failure, monitoring treatment effectiveness, and predicting prognosis in cardiac patients. It’s also used in emergency settings to differentiate between cardiac and non-cardiac causes of shortness of breath.