Which Statement Concerning the Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal Portal System Is Correct

question 129

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning the hypothalamo-hypophyseal portal system is correct?

• A) It carries anterior pituitary hormones from the anterior pituitary gland to the hypothalamus to regulate the release of hypophysiotropic hormones.
• B) It diverts blood directly to the pituitary, completely bypassing the hypothalamus.
• C) It carries hypophysiotropic hormones from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary to regulate anterior pituitary hormone secretion.
• D) It carries the anterior pituitary hormones into the general systemic circulation.

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