Anterior pituitary hormones

A. bind to intracellular receptor molecules.
B. are transported in the hypothalamohypophysial portal system.
C. are all proteins or glycoproteins.
D. are released as a direct result of action potentials.
E. have a half-life of hours.


Answer: C

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