Multiple choice

ACTH is secreted by which of the following?

  1. Thyroid gland

  2. Thymus gland

  3. Pituitary gland

  4. Islets of Langerhans

  5. -
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is a hormone that is produced in the anterior or front pituitary gland. The function of ACTH is to regulate levels of cortisol, which is released from the adrenal gland. 

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