Question

Choose the correct statement about neurohypophysis.

• A. It stores and release hormones secreted by hypothalamus
• B. It is poorly developed and functionless in human
• C. It stores the hormones produced by adenohypophysis
• D. It secretes its own hormones.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

It stores and release hormones secreted by hypothalamus

Neurohypophysis is not a true endocrine gland which is also called as a posterior lobe or pituitary gland because it is only a hormone storage area that receives hormones from the hypothalamus for release. Oxytocin and vasopressin produced in the hypothalamus are released by posterior pituitary.

So, the correct option is 'It stores and release hormones secreted by the hypothalamus.'