BNP Antibodies

Target Information

This gene is a member of the natriuretic peptide family and encodes a secreted protein which functions as a cardiac hormone. The protein undergoes two cleavage events, one within the cell and a second after secretion into the blood. The protein's biological actions include natriuresis, diuresis, vasorelaxation, inhibition of renin and aldosterone secretion, and a key role in cardiovascular homeostasis. A high concentration of this protein in the bloodstream is indicative of heart failure. Mutations in this gene have been associated with postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Synonyms

5 kDa cardiac natriuretic peptide; AA408272; Bnf; BNP; BNP(1-28); BNP(1-29); BNP(1-30); BNP(1-32); BNP(2-31); BNP(3-29); BNP(3-30); BNP(3-32); BNP(4-27); BNP(4-29); BNP(4-30); BNP(4-31); BNP(4-32); BNP(5-29); BNP(5-31); BNP(5-32); BNP-32; BNP-34; Brain natriuretic factor; brain natriuretic peptide; Brain natriuretic peptide 32; Brain natriuretic peptide 45; brain type natriuretic peptide; gamma-brain natriuretic peptide; Iso-ANP; natriuretic peptide B; natriuretic peptide precursor B; natriuretic peptide precursor type B; natriuretic peptide type B; natriuretic peptides B; natriuretic protein; Nppb; type-B natriuretic factor