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Preferred term

Natriuretic Peptide, C-Type  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A PEPTIDE of 22 amino acids, derived mainly from cells of VASCULAR ENDOTHELIUM. It is also found in the BRAIN, major endocrine glands, and other tissues. It shares structural homology with ATRIAL NATRIURETIC FACTOR. It has vasorelaxant activity thus is important in the regulation of vascular tone and blood flow. Several high molecular weight forms containing the 22 amino acids have been identified.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • 127869-51-6
  • CNP-22
  • C-Type Natriuretic Peptide
  • C-Type Natriuretic Peptide-22

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-CM1CMXV9-F

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