Of the following endocrine organs, which does not migrate away from its original site of formation in the embryo?
A) thymus
B) thyroid gland
C) posterior lobe of the pituitary gland
D) parathyroid glands

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The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland, also known as the neurohypophysis, does not migrate from its original site of formation. It develops from the neural ectoderm and remains connected to the hypothalamus via the pituitary stalk.

Of the Following Endocrine Organs, Which Does Not Migrate Away