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

Growth hormone

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Vasopressin

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Melatonin

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Prolactin

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Solution

The correct option is B Melatonin
Melotonin is secreted by the pineal gland and controls circadian rhythms by responding to darkness.
Growth hormone, Vasopressin and Prolactin is secreted by the pituitary gland.
So, the correct answer is 'Melatonin'

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