atrial natriuretic peptide
Physiology
noun
A peptide hormone secreted by atrial muscle cells which causes increased excretion of sodium and water by the kidneys and has a variety of other effects on the cardiovascular system, generally tending to reduce blood pressure; abbreviated ANP.
Origin
1980s.
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