Hyperinsulinemia correlates with low levels of plasma B-type natriuretic peptide in Japanese men irrespective of fat distribution
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP), a member of the natriuretic peptide family, is a cardiac-derived secretory hormone with natriuretic, diuretic, and vasorelaxant activities. Intraabdominal fat accumulation is associated with atherosc...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2012-03-01
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| Series: | Cardiovascular Diabetology |
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| Online Access: | http://www.cardiab.com/content/11/1/22 |