Hormones Secreted
Hormones known classically as posterior pituitary hormones are synthesized by the hypothalamus. They are then stored in neurosecretory vesicles (Herring Bodies) before being secreted by the posterior pituitary into the bloodstream.
| Hormone | Other names | Symbol(s) | Target | Effect | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxytocin | Pitocin (trade name) | OT | Uterus, mammary glands | Uterine contractions; lactation | supraoptic and paraventricular nuclei |
| Vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone) | Arginine vasopressin, argipressin, antidiuretic hormone | VP, AVP, ADH | Kidneys or Arterioles | Stimulates water retention; raises blood pressure by contracting arterioles, induces male aggression | supraoptic and paraventricular nuclei |
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