Asked by Elizabeth Geil-Skov on Jul 04, 2024
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Which hormone is released by the posterior pituitary gland?
A) antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
B) thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
C) follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
D) melatonin
E) adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Posterior Pituitary
The back part of the pituitary gland that releases hormones, such as antidiuretic hormone and oxytocin, which are produced in the hypothalamus.
Antidiuretic Hormone
A hormone that helps regulate water balance in the body by reducing urine production and aiding water reabsorption in kidneys.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
A pituitary hormone that regulates the production of hormones by the thyroid gland.
- Discern the unique functions of diverse endocrine glands and the hormones they produce.
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Learning Objectives
- Discern the unique functions of diverse endocrine glands and the hormones they produce.
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