The hypothalamic-hypophyseal tract ________.
A) connects the hypophysis to the pituitary gland
B) is partly contained within the infundibulum
C) conducts aldosterone to the hypophysis
D) is the site of prolactin synthesis

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The hypothalamic-hypophyseal tract is a bundle of nerve fibers that runs through the infundibulum and connects the hypothalamus to the posterior pituitary gland. Therefore, choice B is correct. Choice A is incorrect because the pituitary gland and hypophysis are the same thing. Choice C is incorrect because aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, not the hypothalamus or pituitary gland. Choice D is incorrect because prolactin is synthesized in the anterior pituitary gland, not the hypothalamic-hypophyseal tract.

The Hypothalamic-Hypophyseal Tract ________