Biology
Write full forms of the following abbreviations:
(a) ACTH
(b) TSH
(c) ADH
(d) LH
(e) FSH
Endocrine System
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(a) ACTH — Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
(b) TSH — Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
(c) ADH — Antidiuretic Hormone
(d) LH — Luteinizing Hormone
(e) FSH — Follicle Stimulating Hormone
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