Abstract
The hypothalamus regulates the secretion of both the anterior and posterior pituitary hormones. The regulation of the anterior pituitary is mediated by the hypothalamic hormones. These hormones are synthesized in the hypothalamic neurons, transported along the axons, and released into the hypophysial portal vessels. Eventually, they reach the sinusoid of the anterior pituitary where they interact with their respective receptors on the glandular cells. The neurohypophysial hormones, vasopressin, and oxytocin, are also considered hypothalamic hormones. These two hormones are synthesized in the hypothalamic neurons and transported to the axonal termini in the posterior lobe where they are stored. In response to appropriate stimuli, they are released into general circulation where they regulate distal target tissues.
Keywords
Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide Thyrotropin Release Hormone Pituitary Adenylate Cyclase Activate Polypeptide Corticotropin RElEASING Hormone Luteinizing Hormone Release HormonePreview
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