Which one of the following statements about the pituitary gland is incorrect?

a. The pituitary lies inferior to the hypothalamus.
b. Growth hormone and prolactin are secreted by the anterior pituitary.
c. The anterior pituitary and posterior pituitary communicate with each other.
d. Axons run between the hypothalamus and the posterior pituitary.

Answer

Therefore, the incorrect option among the following given options is the option $c.$ There is no
connection between anterior pituitary and posterior pituitary and thus do not communicate with
each other.

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