What is the mnemonic acronym used to remember the hormones of the anterior pituitary?

The acronym FLAT PIG is used to remember the hormones produced by the anterior pituitary gland. Each letter corresponds to a specific hormone:

• F represents Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

• L stands for Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

• A signifies Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)

• T corresponds to Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

• P stands for Prolactin (PRL)

• I represents the growth hormone, known as Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF is more common, but in mnemonic context, it relates to Growth Hormone itself)

• G corresponds to Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH)

Memorizing this acronym helps in efficiently recalling the anterior pituitary hormones, which play crucial roles in regulating various physiological processes including growth, metabolism, stress response, and reproduction.

The other options do not relate to the actual hormones of the anterior pituitary, which is why FLAT PIG is the most accurate and effective mnemonic among the choices provided.