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Coordination and Control: Nervous and Endocrine Systems
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Adreno cortico trophic hormone (ACTH) is secreted by
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pituitary
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Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is produced and secreted by the anterior pituitary gland (adenohypophysis). ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce cortisol, a stress hormone. The thyroid produces T3/T4 and calcitonin, adrenal medulla produces epinephrine/norepinephrine, and pancreas produces insulin/glucagon.