Adrenal Corticotropic Hormone (ACTH)

Adrenal Corticotropic Hormone (ACTH) (also called -corticotropin) is a peptide hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland. ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids, which in turn act on a number of tissues (Figure 23.8).

See also: Hormone Hierarchy of Action, Steroid Hormones, Steroid Hormone Synthesis

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