Question

Posterior pituitary stores and releases two hormones namely:

• A. Melatonin, Thymesin
• B. Cortisol, Calcitunin
• C. Oxytocin, Vasopressin
• D. Calcitonin, Thymosin

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Oxytocin, Vasopressin

• Vasopressin-helps the body regulate water balance by acting on the kidneys. It increases the reabsorption of water from urine, reducing the amount of water lost by the body and thereby helping to maintain blood pressure.

• Oxytocin-Oxytocin plays a vital role in childbirth and lactation.