Figure 18-1 Pituitary Hormones and Their Targets

Use Figure 18-1 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the hormone labeled "4."
A) thyroid-releasing hormone
B) thyroid-stimulating hormone
C) thyroxin
D) thyrotropin
E) calcitonin

Question

Figure 18-1 Pituitary Hormones and Their Targets
 
Use Figure 18-1 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the hormone labeled "4."
A) thyroid-releasing hormone 
B) thyroid-stimulating hormone 
C) thyroxin 
D) thyrotropin 
E) calcitonin

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The hormone labeled "4" is thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), which targets the thyroid gland to stimulate the production of thyroid hormones.