Question

Match each of the following pituitary hormones with their target. Use these pages to record your answer
OR your own paper.
1. thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
2. adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
3. human growth hormone (hGH)
4. follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
5. prolactin (PRL)
6. melatonin
7. oxytocin
8. antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

Answer 1

1. thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) - thyroid gland
2. adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) - adrenal cortex
3. human growth hormone (hGH) - bones and tissues
4. follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) - ovaries and testes
5. prolactin (PRL) - mammary glands
6. melatonin - pineal gland
7. oxytocin - uterus and mammary glands
8. antidiuretic hormone (ADH) - kidneys