Which hormones are produced by the hypothalamus but secreted by the posterior pituitary gland?

A. oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone.
B. thyrotropin-releasing hormone and corticotropin-releasing hormone.
C. prolactin and growth hormone.
D. prolactin and vasopressin.
E. follicle-stimulating hormone and leutenizing hormone.


Answer: A. oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone.

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