Topic: Endocrine glands and hormones, mechanism of action· Human Physiology

Which of the following hormones released from the pituitary is actually synthesized in the hypothalamus ?

1. Luteinizing hormone (LH)

2. Anti-diuretic hormone (ADH)

3. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

4. Adenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH)

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Answer: 2. Anti-diuretic hormone (ADH)

Key idea: Posterior pituitary hormones are made in the hypothalamus.

ADH (and oxytocin) is synthesised by hypothalamic neurons and stored and released from the posterior pituitary. LH, FSH and ACTH are made in the anterior pituitary itself. Option 2.

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