Which of the following hormones is synthesized by the hypothalamus?

A. ADH (antidiuretic hormone)
B. TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone)
C. ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone)
D. MSH (melanocyte stimulating hormone)
E. T3 and T4


Answer: A

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