Question

Which of the following hormones is not secreted by anterior pituitary?

• A. Growth hormone
• B. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
• C. Oxytocin and vasopressin
• D. Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

Answer 1

The correct option is C Oxytocin and vasopressin

Oxytocin and vasopressin are secreted from the hypothalamus and stored in posterior pituitary.
FSH, Growth hormone and ACTH are secreted from the anterior pituitary.

Follicle stimulating hormone: Stimulates growth of ovarian follicles in the female and spermatogenesis in the male.

Growth hormone: Stimulates body growth by promoting the synthesis and deposition of proteins in tissues.

Adrenocorticotropic hormone: Stimulates adrenal cortex of adrenal gland to produce glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids.