N-terminal Pro-Brain Natriuretic Peptide And Atrial Fibrillation
NT-proBNP is produced from both atria and ventricles. The primary regulation of production is at the synthesis level. The plasma half-life of NT-proBNP is 60-120 min. Cutoff value of NT-proBNP for diagnosis of heart failure is 125 pg/ml in the age group below 75 years and 450 pg/ml in the age group...
| Published in: | Indian Pacing and Electrophysiology Journal |
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| Main Authors: | , |
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2009-01-01
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| Online Access: | http://www.ipej.org/0901/thejus2.htm |