The Hypothalamus Controls the Anterior Pituitary Via

question 19

Multiple Choice

The hypothalamus controls the anterior pituitary via

• A) nerve stimulation.
• B) blood osmotic concentrations.
• C) blood glucose concentrations.
• D) sending hormones through a portal system.
• E) ACTH.

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