Hormones and Pituitary Gland Functions

Which hormone stimulates the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) from the anterior pituitary gland?

What is the secondary trigger for the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?

Which structure releases growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH)?

What inhibits the release of prolactin from the pituitary gland when levels are high?

What stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones?

What does GnRH released from the preoptic area stimulate the pituitary gland to release?

Paraventricular nucleus secretes corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) and thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)
CRH stimulates the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) from the anterior pituitary gland
ACTH stimulates the production of cortisol and other steroids by the adrenal glands
TRH stimulates the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) from the anterior pituitary gland
TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones
Arcuate nucleus releases growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) and prolactin inhibiting hormone (Dopamine)
GHRH stimulates the pituitary gland to release growth hormone (GH)
Dopamine inhibits the release of prolactin from the pituitary gland when levels are high, but stimulates its release when levels are low
GnRH released from the preoptic area stimulates the pituitary gland to release follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH)
FSH and LH regulate the development, growth, and function of the gonads (ovaries and testes)
Secondary triggers for the release of TSH, ACTH, CRH, and TRH include fever, hypoglycemia, stress, and cold temperatures.
Growth hormone can also be released in response to low glucose levels, high amino acid levels, and low fatty acid levels, as well as exercise and stress.
Prolactin can be released in response to breastfeeding, estrogen levels, and certain drugs.
Oxytocin is the focus of the next video.

Test your knowledge of the hormones secreted by the paraventricular nucleus, arcuate nucleus, and preoptic area, and their roles in stimulating the release of various hormones from the pituitary gland. Explore the secondary triggers for hormone release and the factors influencing the secretion of growth hormone, prolactin, and oxytocin.