What might result from damage to the anterior pituitary? Group of answer choices inhibited control of the thyroid gland the inability to stimulate contraction of the uterus during labor impaired ability to regulate blood calcium ion levels impaired water regulation in the kidneys
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Step 1: Damage to the anterior pituitary can result in inhibited control of the thyroid gland, as the anterior pituitary produces thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) which stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones. Show more…
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