MSH is secreted by
- anterior lobe of pituitary
- middle lobe of pituitary
- posterior lobe of pituitary
- endostyle
Answer
(2) middle lobe of pituitary
Solution
As per NCERT, the pars intermedia (the intermediate or middle lobe of the pituitary) secretes only one hormone, the melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH).
In humans the pars intermedia is almost merged with the pars distalis.
Answer: (2)