It is a neuropeptide member belonging to the crustacean hyperglycemic hormone (CHH) neuropeptide family.

• 除MIH外，CHH家族神经肽还包括高血糖激素、性腺抑制激素(Gonad-inhibiting hormone，GIH)和大颚器官抑制激素(Mandibular organ-inhibiting hormone，MOIH)。