Which of the following hormones is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland

Which of the following hormones is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland

Which of the following hormones is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland?

A. Growth hormone (GH)

B. Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

C. Oxytocin

D. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

E. Prolactin

Answer: C

Explanation: The posterior pituitary gland stores and secretes two hormones: oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH, vasopressin). Growth hormone, ACTH, TSH, and prolactin are secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.