The Hormones Released in the Posterior Pituitary Are

Question

The hormones released in the posterior pituitary are
A) Vasopressin and oxycontin
B) TSH and FSH
C) LH and FSH
D) ACTH and TSH
E) ADH and oxytocin

Accepted Answer

The posterior pituitary releases two main hormones: antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, and oxytocin. These hormones play key roles in regulating water balance in the body and in childbirth and lactation, respectively.