MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -What does the posterior pituitary do? The main role of the posterior pituitary is to store and releases two hormones: oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH, or vasopressin).

Detailed explanation-2: -There are four hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that control the functions of other endocrine glands. These hormones include thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormones (LH).

Detailed explanation-3: -The two main hormones produced by the posterior pituitary gland are oxytocin and ADH.

Detailed explanation-4: -The posterior lobe of the pituitary secretes Oxytocin which related with feelings of pleasure. Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) which is responsible for reabsorption of water by the kidneys. Pituitrin which affects the functioning of smooth muscles. T.T.H (which controls the secretion by thyroid glands).