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To summarize the components and physiological functions of the natriuretic peptide family and its receptors in cardiovascular regulation.

The natriuretic peptide family

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Synthesizes natriuretic peptide roles in cardiovascular homeostasis; leaves open precise therapeutic applications in hypertension and heart failure.

To summarize the components and physiological functions of the natriuretic peptide family and its receptors in cardiovascular regulation.
Synthesized accumulated physiological and molecular evidence regarding endogenous natriuretic peptides and their receptor interactions.
Characterized the system as comprising at least three endogenous peptides (ANP, BNP, and CNP) and three specific receptors (GC-A, GC-B, and the clearance receptor).
Demonstrated that the pathway acts as both a cardiac hormone and local tissue regulator to control blood pressure, maintain body fluid homeostasis, and regulate vascular remodeling.

Nakao et al. (1993) studied this question.

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Synthesizes natriuretic peptide roles in cardiovascular homeostasis; leaves open precise therapeutic applications in hypertension and heart failure.