Question

Tabulate the different type of pituitary hormones with their functions.​

Answer 1

Tabulation of Different Type of Pituitary Hormones with Their Functions.

1. ACTH (Adrenocorticotrophic hormone) - ACTH stimulates the adrenal gland to produce another hormone, named Cortisol.
2. TSH (Thyroid-stimulating hormone) - TSH's stimulation to the thyroid gland results in secretion of Thyroxine hormones.
3. LH (Luteinising hormone) - This hormone controls the functions of reproduction and also sexual characteristics in males. It stimulates the tests to produce sex hormone - Testosterone.
4. FSH (Follicle-stimulating hormone) - This hormone controls the functions of reproduction and also sexual characteristics in females. It stimulates the ovaries to produce sex hormones - Oestrogen and Progesterone.
5. PRL (Prolactin) - Though Prolactins are present in both male and female body, its secretion in large amount is common in females during their pregnancy. It stimulates the breasts to produce milk.
6. GH (Growth hormone) - This hormone plays an important to role to control the growth of a human body.
7. MSH (Melanocyte-stimulating hormone) - The main function of MSH is to preserve and protect the skin from ultraviolet rays.
8. ADH (Anti-diuretic hormone) - This very hormone works to control the blood fluid and mineral levels in the body, by working upon the kidneys. They are also known as Vasopressin.
9. Oxytocin - Oxytocins helps the release of milk subsequently.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Oxytocin is the hormone released from pituitary

of the mother, once fetal development is

completed.