Which of the following statements is correct regarding hypothalamic control of pituitary function?

  • A
    All the hypothalamic hormones are synthesized and secreted by neurons
  • B
    Blood flows from the anterior pituitary to the hypothalamus in the portal vessels
  • C
    The hypothalamic releasing hormones reach the general circulation in significant amounts
  • D
    Loss of dopaminergic neurons in the hypothalamus is likely to lead to a fall in the secretion of prolactin

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