Question

Which of the following statements regarding pituitary hormones is correct?

• A. Prolactin stimulates milk ejection from the mammary glands
• B. ACTH stimulates the synthesis and secretion of glucocorticoids from the adrenal medulla
• C. LH and FSH are called gonadotropins
• D. MSH regulates the diurnal rhythm of the body

Answer 1

The correct option is C LH and FSH are called gonadotropins

Luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) are responsible for the stimulation of gonadal activity. Hence, they are also called as gonadotropins.

Oxytocin stimulates milk ejection from the mammary glands.

The synthesis and secretion of glucocorticoids from the adrenal cortex is stimulated by the adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).

Melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH) is responsible for the regulation of the pigmentation of the skin. MSH acts on the melanocytes (melanin containing cells) for the purpose of regulation.