Communication from the Hypothalamus to the Pituitary Occurs Through

question 54

Multiple Choice

Communication from the hypothalamus to the pituitary occurs through

• A) both hormone release and direct innervation by the hypothalamus.
• B) release of melatonin by the hypothalamus.
• C) purinergic transmission.
• D) a sympathetic ganglion.
• E) M-currents.

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