The anterior pituitary gland is responsible for producing which hormones? (Select all that apply.)

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FSH and LH are both produced by the anterior pituitary gland.Both of these hormones assist in the stimulation and maturation of the ovarian follicle.Prolactin is also produced by the anterior pituitary and is required for milk production (lactogenesis)to occur.GnRH is produced by the hypothalamus and stimulates the release of FSH and LH.Oxytocin is produced by the posterior pituitary gland and is responsible for stimulating uterine contractions during birth.

The Anterior Pituitary Gland Is Responsible for Producing Which Hormones