Several hormones are synthesized in the hypothalamus and transported to the anterior pituitary gland. The mechanism of transportation from hypothalamus to anterior pituitary gland is through the ____________.
A) general circulatory system
B) hepatic portal system
C) hypophyseal portal system
D) feedback loop

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The mechanism of transportation from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary gland is through the hypophyseal portal system, which is a specialized blood vessel system that connects the two structures. The hypothalamus synthesizes and releases hormones into the hypophyseal portal system, which then carries the hormones directly to the anterior pituitary gland. This allows for rapid and precise control of hormone secretion by the anterior pituitary gland. Choices A, B, and D are not correct because they do not accurately describe the mechanism of transportation for these hormones.

Several Hormones Are Synthesized in the Hypothalamus and Transported to the Anterior