The hypothalamus controls the anterior pituitary via
A)nerve stimulation.
B)blood osmotic concentrations.
C)blood glucose concentrations.
D)hormones in a portal blood system.
E)ACTH.

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The hypothalamus controls the anterior pituitary via hormones that are released into a portal blood system. These hormones then travel directly to the anterior pituitary to stimulate or inhibit the release of various hormones from the gland. This allows for precise control of hormone secretion.

The Hypothalamus Controls the Anterior Pituitary Via