Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
Secreted from the posterior pituitary lobe, Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH), commonly known as Vasopressin, is a hormone released from the pituitary gland. It’s function is to maintain homeostasis by controlling water levels in the body, including monitoring urine concentration levels.
Oxytocin
Secreted into the blood through the posterior pituitary lobe, Oxytocin brings about contractions during labour.
Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Adrenocorticotropic hormone is produced when the body is in stress, and has an impact on the production of Cortisol which is produced by the adrenal gland located next to the kidneys.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Secreted …