Which of These Statements Applies to the Hypothalamic-Hypophyseal Portal System

question 254

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements applies to the hypothalamic-hypophyseal portal system

• A)It carries vasopressin and oxytocin from the hypothalamus to the posterior pituitary for storage.
• B)It carries hypophysiotropic hormones from the hypothalamus to the posterior pituitary to control the release of posterior pituitary hormones.
• C)It carries hypophysiotropic hormones from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary to control the release of anterior pituitary hormones.
• D)It carries vasopressin and oxytocin from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary to control the release of anterior pituitary hormones.

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