Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) Test

Beta-Natriuretic Peptide, BNP (Brain Natriuretic Peptide) Test

Credits
Author Robin Parks, MS

Editor Maria Essig

Associate Editor Tracy Landauer

Primary Medical Reviewer Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine

Specialist Medical Reviewer John A. McPherson, MD, FACC, FSCAI - Cardiology

Last Updated May 21, 2009

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Author:	Robin Parks, MS	Last Updated: May 21, 2009
Medical Review:	Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine John A. McPherson, MD, FACC, FSCAI - Cardiology
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Topic Contents
	Test Overview
	Why It Is Done
	How To Prepare
	How It Is Done
	How It Feels
	Risks
	Results
	What Affects the Test
	What To Think About
	References
	Credits