Question

Each of the following phrases describes the structure, function, or regulation of either the hypothalamus, posterior pituitary, or anterior pituitary.

Sort the phrases into the appropriate bins depending on whether they describe the hypothalamus, posterior pituitary gland, or anterior pituitary gland.

A) Releases oxytocin
B) Synthesizes and releases PRL
C) Synthesizes and releases TSH
D) Synthesizes some hormones that are released into blood vessels bound for another gland
E) Regulated by hormones released into portal blood vessels
F) Is an extension of the Hypothalamus
G) Synthesizes oxytocin and ADH
H) Integrates nervous and endocrine systems

Answer 1

• Hypothalamus:

F) Is an extension of the Hypothalamus

H) Integrates nervous and endocrine systems

D) Synthesizes some hormones that are released into blood vessels bound for another gland

E) Regulated by hormones released into portal blood vessels

• Posterior Pituitary:

G) Synthesizes oxytocin and ADH

A) Releases oxytocin

• Anterior Pituitary:

C) Synthesizes and releases TSH

B) Synthesizes and releases PRL

An outgrowth of the brain, the hypothalamus combines the functions of the neurological and endocrine systems, producing hormones and controlling their entry into portal blood arteries. It interacts with the posterior pituitary, which is responsible for the synthesis and release of oxytocin and ADH.

Hormones such as TSH and PRL are produced by the anterior pituitary and released into the bloodstream under the direction of the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus also produces hormones that are directed toward other glands. Intricate synchronization between the pituitary and hypothalamic glands constitutes a pivotal pathway in regulating diverse physiological functions within the body.

Answer 2

matching of correct structure with their functions given below:

Step-by-step explanation:

• Hypothalamus:

H) Integrates nervous and endocrine systems

• Anterior pituitary :

B) Synthesizes and releases PRL

C) Synthesizes and releases TSH

D) Synthesizes some hormones that are released into blood vessels bound for another gland

E) Regulated by hormones released into portal blood vessels

• Posterior pituitary

A) Releases oxytocin

G) Synthesizes oxytocin and ADH

F) Is an extension of the Hypothalamus