Which of the following is not a target tissue for the hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland?

A. Adrenal cortex
B. Ovaries
C. Thyroid
D. All of the answers are target tissues for the hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.


Answer: D

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