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| − | + | The [[Heart - Anatomy & Physiology|Heart]] releases Natriuretic Peptides which act to lower blood pressure and thus work antagonistically to the [[Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS) - Anatomy & Physiology|Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System]]. | |
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Revision as of 10:38, 3 July 2008
The Heart releases Natriuretic Peptides which act to lower blood pressure and thus work antagonistically to the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System.
| Hormone | Secreted From | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Atrial Natriuretic Peptide | Atrial Myocytes | Released in response to triggers including atrial stretch, ANP increases sodium and thus water excretion at the kidneys, reducing blood volume and thus pressure. It also inhibits the Renin-Angiotensin Aldosterone System and relaxes arterioles. further reducing systemic blood pressure. |
| B-Type Natriuretic Peptide | Ventricles of the Heart | Decreases vascular resistance, in the same ways as ANP but is 10x LESS potent. |