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melanocyte-stimulating hormone
melanocyte-stimulating hormone MSH) A hormone, secreted in the anterior region of the pituitary gland, that stimulates the concentration of melanin granules in the chromatophores of the skin of lower vertebrates, such as amphibians. The role of MSH in humans and other mammals is not clearly understood.
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"melanocyte-stimulating hormone." A Dictionary of Biology. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. 30 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "melanocyte-stimulating hormone." A Dictionary of Biology. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. (May 30, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O6-melanocytestimulatinghrmn.html "melanocyte-stimulating hormone." A Dictionary of Biology. 2004. Retrieved May 30, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O6-melanocytestimulatinghrmn.html |
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melanocyte-stimulating hormone
melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) n. a hormone synthesized and released by the pituitary gland. In amphibians MSH brings about colour changes in the skin but its physiological role in humans is uncertain.
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"melanocyte-stimulating hormone." A Dictionary of Nursing. 2008. Encyclopedia.com. 30 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "melanocyte-stimulating hormone." A Dictionary of Nursing. 2008. Encyclopedia.com. (May 30, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O62-melanocytestimulatinghrmn.html "melanocyte-stimulating hormone." A Dictionary of Nursing. 2008. Retrieved May 30, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O62-melanocytestimulatinghrmn.html |
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