The portal system allows for communication between:
A. the hypothalamus and the anterior pituitary gland.
B. the hypothalamus and the renal system.
C. the hypothalamus and both the lobes of the pituitary gland.
D. the hypothalamus and the posterior pituitary gland.
Answer: A
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