GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

ENDOCRINE

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which of the following hormones is NOT secreted by the anterior pituitary?

A	GH
B	oxytocin
C	TSH
D	PRL

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -So, the correct answer is ‘Oxytocin’

Detailed explanation-2: -Oxytocin is produced in the hypothalamus and is secreted into the bloodstream by the posterior pituitary gland. Secretion depends on electrical activity of neurons in the hypothalamus – it is released into the blood when these cells are excited.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH or corticotropin). Antidiuretic hormone (ADH, or vasopressin). Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Growth hormone (GH).

Detailed explanation-4: -Oxytocin is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and secreted by the pituitary gland. This important hormone plays a crucial role in the childbirth process and also helps with male reproduction.

Detailed explanation-5: -The posterior pituitary stores and releases just two of the many hormones your pituitary gland is responsible for: oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH, or vasopressin).

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