What are the two hormones stored and released by the posterior pituitary gland?

a) growth hormone (GH)
b) antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
c) cortisol
d) prolactin (PRL)
e) oxytocin (OT)


Answer:
b) antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
e) oxytocin (OT)

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