Msh (Noun)
Meaning
A hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that controls the degree of pigmentation in melanocytes.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The release of MSH from the anterior pituitary gland stimulates the production of melanin in the skin.
- MSH plays a crucial role in regulating skin pigmentation, particularly in response to UV radiation.
- In some species, MSH is also involved in the regulation of appetite and energy homeostasis.
- The level of MSH in the blood can be used as an indicator of pituitary function.
- Dysregulation of MSH secretion has been implicated in various disorders, including Addison's disease and Cushing's syndrome.