Neurohypophysis or pars nervosa or posterior pituitary, stores and releases two hormones called oxytocin and vasopressin. These hormones are actually synthesised by the hypothalamus and are transported axonally to posterior pituitary.
NEET UG 2020 — Zoology Chemical Coordination and Integration
Hormones stored and released from neurohypophysis are:
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Thyroid stimulating hormone and Oxytocin
Oxytocin and Vasopressin
Follicle stimulating hormone and Luteinizing hormone
Prolactin and Vasopressin
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