Which of the following statements applies to TSH?
A)A build-up of the thyroid hormone stimulates its production by negative feedback.
B)It is secreted by the thyroid gland.
C) It is stored in the posterior pituitary.
D) It stimulates the thyroid gland.

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TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones. A build-up of thyroid hormones can inhibit TSH production through negative feedback, but TSH itself is not stored in the posterior pituitary.

Which of the Following Statements Applies to TSH