Anterior Pituitary Hormones
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Flashcards covering the six hormones secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, their target organs, and effects.
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Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
Hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that targets the adrenal cortex.
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that targets the gonads and stimulates the development of gametes.
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that targets the gonads; in females, it stimulates ovulation, and in males, it stimulates the production of testosterone.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that targets the thyroid gland and stimulates the release of thyroid hormone.
Prolactin
Hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that targets the mammary glands and stimulates milk production.
Growth Hormone
Hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that targets many cells in the body and stimulates bone, muscle, and tissue growth.
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