MSH Release-Inhibiting Hormone
| Definition: |
A hypothalamic tripeptide, enzymatic degradation product of oxytocin, that inhibits the release of melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). |
| Notes: |
/biosyn /physiol permitted; DF: MSHRIH |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
9083-38-9 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal System (1966-1974),Hypothalamus (1966-1974),MSH (1966-1974),Oligopeptides (1973-1974),Peptides (1971-1973),Pituitary Hormone-Releasing Hormones (1971-1974) |
MSH Release-Inhibiting Hormone Definitions and Terms
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