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Which hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary stimulates the adrenal cortex to release cortisol?
Which hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary stimulates the adrenal cortex to release cortisol?
hard Q10 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Identify pituitary hormones and their target glands
ACTH stimulates adrenal cortex; TSH stimulates thyroid; FSH and LH act on gonads.Step 2: Understand cortisol release regulation
ACTH triggers adrenal cortex to release cortisol, a stress hormone.Step 3: Differentiate ACTH from other pituitary hormones
TSH regulates thyroid hormones; FSH and LH regulate reproductive functions.Final Answer:
ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic hormone) → Option CQuick Check:
ACTH function = stimulates adrenal cortex cortisol release ✅
Quick Trick: ACTH controls adrenal cortex; TSH controls thyroid gland.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing ACTH with TSH, FSH, or LH.
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