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For Melanotan II · MC1R · Metabolism & Libido

The melanocortin baseline. Before you engage the system.

Melanotan II is a synthetic melanocortin receptor agonist (MC1R–MC5R). Its clinical applications span photoprotection, libido, and metabolic rate modulation via the central melanocortin system. This panel documents the hormonal and hepatic baseline required for safe prescribing.

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Feb 2027

expected FDA formal review

MC1R–MC5R

receptor targets across skin, CNS, and metabolic pathways

$249

panel — results in 3–5 business days

Why it matters

Three reasons this panel changes the conversation.

01

The melanocortin system talks to your hormone axis — and your lab values

Melanotan II activates MC4R in the hypothalamus, which interacts directly with the HPG axis. Testosterone, LH, and FSH baseline values tell your physician how the hormone axis is operating before introducing this upstream signal — and what to expect in response.

02

Thyroid baseline determines metabolic rate response

The MC4R-metabolic pathway that Melanotan II engages intersects with thyroid-mediated thermogenesis. A hypothyroid patient will have a blunted metabolic response. TSH identifies this upfront — so dosing and expectations are calibrated correctly.

03

hs-CRP documents the anti-inflammatory baseline

Melanotan II has documented anti-inflammatory effects via MC3R and MC4R. hs-CRP above 1.0 mg/L gives the physician an objective marker to track — alongside the primary outcomes of photoprotection, libido, and metabolic rate.

What's Included

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Total TestosteroneMelanocortin system strongly interacts with androgen signalling — baseline required
Free Testosterone (calc)Bioavailable T — relevant to libido and metabolic rate response to MT-II
SHBGSHBG determines free T fraction — high SHBG blunts melanocortin-androgen interaction
EstradiolOestrogen modulates MC1R expression — baseline relevant to dose titration
FSH / LHHPG axis health — melanocortin system has direct hypothalamic interactions
hs-TSHThyroid — metabolic rate baseline before introducing melanocortin stimulation
hs-CRPSystemic inflammation — MT-II has anti-inflammatory properties via MC3R/MC4R
AlbuminNutritional status and drug-binding capacity
LDL / HDL / TriglyceridesCardiovascular baseline — metabolic rate changes shift lipid profile
PSAProstate safety screen — standard for any androgen-adjacent protocol in males

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Complete Hormone Panel

$249

✓At-home kit — no lab visit
✓Ships next day
✓Physician-reviewed results
✓HSA / FSA eligible

How it works

From order to results in 3 steps.

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Order online

Choose your panel. Enter your details and check out in under 2 minutes.

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Test at home

Your your at-home testing kit arrives next day. Painless upper-arm collection — no lab, no venipuncture.

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Get results + protocol

Results in 3–5 business days. Your physician reviews and schedules your interpretation call within 48 hours.

HSA / FSA Eligible·
At-Home — No Lab Visit·
Physician-Reviewed·
Ships Next Day·
Board-Certified MDs

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Common questions

Everything you should know before ordering.

When will Melanotan II be available to prescribe?

Melanotan II is in the FDA formal review pipeline with review expected around February 2027. Establishing your baseline now means prescribing can begin immediately when the review concludes.

What are the primary clinical applications of Melanotan II?

The three primary physician-managed applications are photoprotection (skin pigmentation via MC1R), hypoactive sexual desire (via MC4R central signalling), and metabolic rate support during caloric restriction. The clinical indication determines the dose and protocol — which your physician determines from your panel results and symptom profile.

Is this panel HSA/FSA eligible?

Yes. Physician-ordered diagnostic testing is HSA and FSA eligible. At a 32% bracket, effective cost is approximately $170.

For Melanotan II · MC1R · Metabolism & Libido

Complete Hormone Panel

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