Summarize the Relationship Between the Hypothalamus,anterior Pituitary Gland,and Adrenal Gland

question 3

Multiple Choice

Summarize the relationship between the hypothalamus,anterior pituitary gland,and adrenal gland.

• A) The hypothalamus secretes ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone), which stimulates the release of CRH (corticotropin-releasing hormone). The CRH in turn stimulates the secretion of glucocorticoids and growth of the adrenal cortex.
• B) The hypothalamus secretes CRH (corticotropin-releasing hormone), which stimulates the release of ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone). The ACTH in turn stimulates the secretion of mineralocorticoids.
• C) The hypothalamus secretes CRH (corticotropin-releasing hormone), which stimulates the release of ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone). The ACTH in turn stimulates the secretion of glucocorticoids and growth of the adrenal cortex.
• D) None of these are correct.

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