Which hormone is secreted by the anterior pituitary and stimulates the thyroid gland?

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Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) Correct Luteinizing hormone (LH) Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism.

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