Question

The oxytocin neurons have their cell bodies primarily in the ____________________ nuclei of the hypothalamus.

A) Paraventricular and supraoptic
B) Anterior and posterior
C) Lateral and medial
D) Ventral and dorsal

Answer 1

The cell bodies of oxytocin neurons are located in the A. paraventricular and supraoptic nuclei of the hypothalamus, which produce and transport oxytocin and ADH to the posterior pituitary for release into the bloodstream.

Step-by-step explanation:

The oxytocin neurons have their cell bodies primarily in the paraventricular and supraoptic nuclei of the hypothalamus. The posterior pituitary gland is an extension of the neurons of these nuclei. The hormone oxytocin is produced by the paraventricular nuclei, while the supraoptic nuclei produce ADH (antidiuretic hormone). These hormones are transported along axons within the hypothalamic-hypophyseal tract to the posterior pituitary, where they are stored and then released into the circulatory system.

The oxytocin neurons have their cell bodies primarily in the paraventricular and supraoptic nuclei of the hypothalamus. These nuclei are part of the posterior pituitary gland that stores and secretes hormones produced by the hypothalamus. The hormones oxytocin is produced by the paraventricular nuclei and ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is produced by the supraoptic nuclei.