NNPA (atrial natriuretic precursor A) gene
From Standard of Care
Found on chromosome 1p36.
Encodes the precursor from which atrial natriuretic polypeptide is derived.
Atrial natriuretic polypeptide (ANP) is a diuretic that helps control extra cellular volume and electrolyte balance.
NNPA (atrial natriuretic precursor A) gene-NPPAT2238C vairiant associated with coronary artery disease, stroke and all cause mortality.
