Which of the following hormones passes through the hypothalamo-hypophyseal portal system?

a. adrenocorticotropic hormone
b. luteinizing hormone
c. antidiuretic hormone
d. thyroid-stimulating hormone
e. prolactin-inhibiting hormone


Answer: e. prolactin-inhibiting hormone

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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