The posterior pituitary gland ________.
A. releases hypothalamic hormones, but does not produce its own
B. regulates the secretion of hormones produced in the anterior pituitary gland
C. synthesizes oxytocin, which plays a vital role in inducing labor
D. releases its hormones in response to stimulation by hormones from the hypothalamus
Answer: A
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