Test directory: Alpha MSH

Ordering Code 7693
Test Name Alpha MSH
Alias Alpha Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone
Preferred Specimen Plasma
Preferred Container EDTA, K2 (Lavender)
Optimum Volume 1.5 mL
Collection Instructions Fasting specimen is preferred. Patient should be free from any medication for 2 days.
Transport Requirements Oahu: Frozen
Airline: Frozen
Specimen Stability Ambient: Not Stable
Refrigerated: 6 Hours
Frozen: 3 Months
Rejection Criteria Ambient, Refrigerated
Avail. Stat NO
Analytic Time Up to 10 Days
Methodology Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) Extraction
Reference Lab  Quest Diagnostic Lab-NI

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of June 29, 2025.
Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
Alpha MSH ALL See report.