If the pars intermedia of the pituitary is destroyed,the pituitary would no longer be able to secrete which of the following hormones?
A)TSH
B)ACTH
C)PRL
D)ADH
E)MSH

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The pars intermedia is responsible for producing melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH), which helps stimulate the production of melanin in the skin. Therefore, if it is destroyed, the pituitary gland would no longer be able to secrete MSH. The other hormones listed (TSH, ACTH, PRL, and ADH) are produced by other parts of the pituitary gland and are not affected by the destruction of the pars intermedia.

If the Pars Intermedia of the Pituitary Is Destroyed,the Pituitary