Search Ontology:
GO: Molecular Function
melanin-concentrating hormone activity
- Term ID
- GO:0030354
- Synonyms
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- Definition
- The action characteristic of melanin-concentrating hormone, a cyclic peptide hormone that, upon receptor binding, induces melanin aggregation in melanocytes, and is also involved in regulating food intake and energy balance in mammals. (2)
- References
- Ontology
- GO: Molecular Function QuickGO AmiGO
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Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes