Question

Choose the correct answer from the alternatives given.
An injection of ACTH would

• A. decrease urine output
• B. stimulate the ovaries
• C. influence thyroid activity
• D. stimulate release of adrenal cortex hormones

Answer 1

The correct option is D stimulate release of adrenal cortex hormones

Adrenocorticotropic hormone or ACTH is secreted by the corticotropic cells of the anterior pituitary. It stimulates the flow of blood to the adrenal cortex, increases the concentration of cholesterol and steroids within the gland and increases the output of steroid hormones, especially cortisol. ACTH stimulates the synthesis and secretion of steroid hormones called glucocorticoids.

So the correct answer is estimates release of adrenal cortex hormones.