ADH: made in the hypothalamus, released by the posterior pituitary
Antidiuretic hormone (vasopressin) is synthesized in the:
Answer A: explanation for every choice
A
Correct. Hypothalamic neurons make ADH and oxytocin and transport them to the posterior pituitary for release.
B
The anterior pituitary makes its own hormones, such as ACTH, TSH, and GH.
C
The posterior pituitary stores and releases ADH but does not make it.
D
The adrenal cortex makes aldosterone and cortisol.
TakeawayPosterior pituitary releases hypothalamic hormones (ADH, oxytocin). The anterior pituitary makes its own.
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