The Pituitary Hormone That Controls Hormone Synthesis and Release from the Thyroid

Question

The pituitary hormone that controls hormone synthesis and release from the thyroid gland is
A) TSH.
B) ACTH.
C) FSH.
D) LH.
E) STH.

Accepted Answer

TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is the pituitary hormone that controls hormone synthesis and release from the thyroid gland. TSH stimulates the production and release of thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism and many other functions in the body.