Definitions
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- adjective Of or pertaining to
natriuresis - noun Any substance that inhibits the
reabsorption of cations, especiallysodium , fromurine
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- adjective of or relating to natriuresis
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Examples
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The present data supports the idea of natriuretic peptides as valuable biomarkers of RVD in
Elites TV 2010
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The heart fights back by making its own countering hormones called natriuretic factors, which calm the heart and signal blood vessels in the body to relax and give it a break.
U.S. News 2009
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Salt sensitivity in obese individuals may be a consequence of increased sympathetic activity, decreased responsiveness to atrial natriuretic peptide, activation of the renin-angiotensin system or mechanical pressure on the kidneys that increases sodium reabsorption.
Dr. Sharma’s Obesity Notes » Blog Archive » And the 2009 “Salt Lick” Award goes to Pizza! 2009
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Levels of N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide NT-proBNP are measured within 24 hours of admission to hospital and again at discharge to help doctors diagnose and manage patients with heart failure, which is often confused with other conditions.
Mammogram: Heart Predictor? Ann Lukits 2011
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When you exercise, your rapidly beating heart releases a chemical called atrial natriuretic peptide ANP, which crosses over to the brain and directly turns off the stress response.
THE PROGRAM KELLY TRAVER 2009
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Your rapidly beating heart also produces atrial natriuretic peptide ANP, which races over to the brain and directly shuts off the stress response originating in your limbic system.
THE PROGRAM KELLY TRAVER 2009
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When you exercise, your rapidly beating heart releases a chemical called atrial natriuretic peptide ANP, which crosses over to the brain and directly turns off the stress response.
THE PROGRAM KELLY TRAVER 2009
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First, when you exercise, your heart rate increases, and this stimulates your heart to release a hormone called atrial natriuretic peptide.
THE PROGRAM KELLY TRAVER 2009
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Your rapidly beating heart also produces atrial natriuretic peptide ANP, which races over to the brain and directly shuts off the stress response originating in your limbic system.
THE PROGRAM KELLY TRAVER 2009
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First, when you exercise, your heart rate increases, and this stimulates your heart to release a hormone called atrial natriuretic peptide.
THE PROGRAM KELLY TRAVER 2009
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