Which Is Not Correct Regarding the Posterior Pituitary

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which is not correct regarding the posterior pituitary?

• A)It is derived from nervous tissue
• B)It is connected to the hypothalamus by the hypothalamo-hypophyseal tract
• C)It is composed of the pars intermedia and the infundibular stalk
• D)It stores oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
• E)It releases its hormones in response to nervous stimulation

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