Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone (MSH)

What this laboratory test evaluates

DetailsAlpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) is a hormone produced in the brain that helps control inflammation, immune response, and skin color.

What type of sample is required for this test?Plasma

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

Alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) is a hormone produced in the brain that helps control inflammation, immune response, and skin color.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Plasma
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 3 – 8 business days after the lab receives samples.

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.