Which of the following statements is correct in relation to the endocrine system?

  • A
    Non-nutrient chemicals produced by the body in trace amounts that act as intercellular messenger are known as hormones.
  • B
    Releasing and inhibitory hormones are produced by the pituitary gland.
  • C
    Adenohypophysis is under direct neural regulation of the hypothalamus.
  • D
    Organs in the body like gastrointestinal tract,heart,kidney and liver do not produce any hormones.

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