Pituitary hormones are not secreted at a steady rate. GH is secreted mainly _____, while PRL is secreted mainly _____.

a. in the morning; during pregnancy and nursing
b. at night; during pregnancy and nursing
c. at midday; during labor
d. in the morning; during labor
e. at night; during labor


Answer: b. at night; during pregnancy and nursing

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