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MCQ
Match the hypothalamic hormone with its effect:
A. GnRH
B. Somatostatin
C. Oxytocin
D. ADH
1. Inhibits GH release
2. Stimulates gonadotropins
3. Uterine contraction
4. Water reabsorption
✅ Correct Answer: A
GnRH promotes gonadotropin release, somatostatin inhibits GH, oxytocin contracts uterus, ADH promotes water reabsorption.
MCQ
Which structure transports hormones from hypothalamus to the posterior pituitary for storage and release?
✅ Correct Answer: C
Hormones like oxytocin and vasopressin are transported via axons.
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MCQ
Why doesn’t posterior pituitary synthesize its own hormones?
✅ Correct Answer: B
Oxytocin and vasopressin are made in hypothalamus and transported to posterior pituitary.
MCQ
What hormone does pars intermedia of the pituitary secrete in humans?
✅ Correct Answer: C
MSH (Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone) is the only hormone secreted by pars intermedia. Trap: PRL and GH come from pars distalis.
MCQ
Which hormone is secreted by the pineal gland?
✅ Correct Answer: A
Melatonin regulates circadian rhythms and body temperature.
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