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With reference to the pituitary, which of the following statements is correct?

A

Neurohypophysis synthesis vasopressin and oxytocin.

B

Adenohypophysis stores TSH and STH secreted by neurohypophysis.

C

Neurohypophysis collects and stores vasopressin and oxytocin.

D

Adenohypophysis secretes vasopressin and oxytocin.

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To determine the correct statement regarding the pituitary gland, we need to analyze the roles of its two parts: the adenohypophysis and the neurohypophysis. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Structure of the Pituitary Gland**: - The pituitary gland is divided into two main parts: the adenohypophysis (anterior pituitary) and the neurohypophysis (posterior pituitary). 2. **Identify the Functions of Each Part**: - **Adenohypophysis**: This part is responsible for the synthesis and secretion of several hormones, including: - Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) - Luteinizing Hormone (LH) - Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) - Growth Hormone (GH or STH) - Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH) - **Neurohypophysis**: This part does not synthesize hormones but stores and releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus, specifically: - Vasopressin (also known as Antidiuretic Hormone, ADH) - Oxytocin 3. **Evaluate Each Statement**: - **Option A**: Neurohypophysis synthesizes vasopressin and oxytocin. - This is incorrect because these hormones are synthesized in the hypothalamus, not the neurohypophysis. - **Option B**: Adenohypophysis stores TSH and STH secreted by neurohypophysis. - This is incorrect because TSH and STH are produced and secreted by the adenohypophysis itself, not stored from the neurohypophysis. - **Option C**: Neurohypophysis collects and stores vasopressin and oxytocin. - This is correct as the neurohypophysis stores hormones produced by the hypothalamus. - **Option D**: Adenohypophysis secretes vasopressin and oxytocin. - This is incorrect because these hormones are secreted by the neurohypophysis. 4. **Conclusion**: - The correct statement is **Option C**: Neurohypophysis collects and stores vasopressin and oxytocin. ### Final Answer: **Option C**: Neurohypophysis collects and stores vasopressin and oxytocin. ---

To determine the correct statement regarding the pituitary gland, we need to analyze the roles of its two parts: the adenohypophysis and the neurohypophysis. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Structure of the Pituitary Gland**: - The pituitary gland is divided into two main parts: the adenohypophysis (anterior pituitary) and the neurohypophysis (posterior pituitary). 2. **Identify the Functions of Each Part**: ...
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