Question

The posterior pituitary :

• A. Produces oxytocin
• B. Is under the control of hypothalamic releasing neurohormone
• C. Secretes trophic hormones
• D. Release neurohormones

Answer 1

The correct option is A Produces oxytocin

The back portion of the pituitary, a small gland in the head called the master gland. The posterior pituitary secretes the hormone oxytocin which increases uterine contractions and antidiuretic hormone (ADH) which increases reabsorption of water by the tubules of the kidney.

The posterior pituitary secretes the hormone oxytocin which increases uterine contractions and antidiuretic hormone (ADH) which increases reabsorption of water by the tubules of the kidney.