ir-N-ANP(31-67) levels rise modestly with age and exhibit substantial day-to-day variation, which must be considered when using it as a diagnostic marker for asymptomatic heart failure.
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Clinicians should account for age and day-to-day variability when interpreting ir-N-ANP(31-67); leaves open its diagnostic utility in asymptomatic HF.
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