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Melanocyte stimulating hormone acts on which part of body?

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Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH):
These are the peptides secreted specifically by the intermediate lobe also known (as pars intermedia) of the pituitary gland.
Site of action:
MSH acts on the skin and regulates skin pigmentation by acting on melanocytes (melanin-containing cells).

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