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Melanocyte-stimulating Hormone (MSH)

Order Code
010421
CPT
83519
Test Details
Synonyms

Alpha-Melanocyte-stimulating Hormone

TAT

12 days

Methodology

Radioimmunoassay (RIA)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Neuropeptide involved in skin pigmentation and appetite. Tested in endocrine or metabolic research.

Specimen Type

Plasma with Trasylol® Frozen

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube Contact Technical Support for Trasylol® kits

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen 14 days
Order Code
010421
CPT
83519
Test Details
Synonyms

Alpha-Melanocyte-stimulating Hormone

TAT

12 days

Methodology

Radioimmunoassay (RIA)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Neuropeptide involved in skin pigmentation and appetite. Tested in endocrine or metabolic research.

Specimen Type

Plasma with Trasylol® Frozen

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube Contact Technical Support for Trasylol® kits

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen 14 days