Hypothalamic stimulatory hormones Pituitary hormones Function of Pituitary Hormones Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) -ACTH is product of POMC gene  Stimulates the adrenal cortex to secrete glucocorticoids like cortisol Melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) – alternate product of POMC gene Endorphins – also products of POMC gene Growth hormone-releasing hormone Growth hormone (GH)  Promotes movement of … Continue reading Hypothalamus-Pituitary Hormones and their functions