One of the following hormones is secreted by anterior pituitary lobe:
Correct answer: D. Adrenocorticotrophic hormone
- A. Oxytocin
- B. Antidiuretic hormone
- C. Calcitonin
- D. Adrenocorticotrophic hormone
Explanation
Adrenocorticotrophic hormone is released by the anterior pituitary and stimulates the adrenal cortex. Oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone are released from the posterior pituitary, while calcitonin comes from the thyroid gland.
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