Question
Show two differences between ACTH and GTH.
Answer
ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone) and GTH (Gonadotropic Hormone) are two different types of hormones produced by the pituitary gland. The two differences between ACTH and GTH are:
- Target Organs: ACTH primarily targets the adrenal gland, whereas GTH targets the gonads.
- Functions: ACTH stimulates the secretion of cortisol from the adrenal cortex, whereas GTH has two types, FSH and LH. FSH stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles and the production of estrogen in females, while LH stimulates ovulation and the production of testosterone in males.
