In the hypothalamus, secretory neurons, (called _______ neurons), release _______ and _______ into the bloodstream.

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The secretory neurons in the hypothalamus that release vasopressin and oxytocin into the bloodstream are called magnocellular neurons. Therefore, option B is the correct choice. Option A is incorrect because there is no such thing as microcellular neurons, and both prolactin and vasopressin are not released by the same type of neuron. Option C is incorrect because there is no such thing as target neurons, and prolactin is not released by magnocellular neurons. Option D is incorrect because Langerhans cells are not found in the hypothalamus, and releasing hormones and tropic hormones are not released into the bloodstream from the hypothalamus.

In the Hypothalamus, Secretory Neurons, (Called _______ Neurons), Release _______

In the Hypothalamus, Secretory Neurons, (Called _ Neurons), Release _