NEET Biology question

Which one of the following hormones, though synthesised elsewhere, is stored and released by the master gland? [AIPMT 2015]

(A)Prolactin
(B)Melanocyte stimulating hormone
(C)Antidiuretic hormoneCorrect
(D)Luteinising hormone

Answer: (C)

Solution

Prolactin, MSH and LH are all synthesised and released by the anterior pituitary itself, not synthesised elsewhere and merely stored by it. Antidiuretic hormone (ADH, along with oxytocin) is

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