| Front | atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) |
|---|---|
| Back | A peptide hormone secreted by cells of the atria of the heart in response to high blood pressure. [This]’s effects on the kidney alter ion and water movement and thereby reduce blood pressure. |
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