The principal function of ACTH is to stimulate the release of:

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ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic hormone) is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and its main function is to stimulate the release of glucocorticoids, such as cortisol, from the adrenal cortex. Testosterone is primarily secreted by the testes (in men) and ovaries (in women), while epinephrine, norepinephrine, and angiotensin are produced by other endocrine glands and pathways. Insulin is primarily secreted by the pancreas in response to glucose levels.

The Principal Function of ACTH Is to Stimulate the Release