Hormones originating in the hypothalamic neurons,pass through $A$ and are released from their $B$ endings. These hormones reach the $C$ gland through a $D$ circulatory system and regulate the functions of the $E$ pituitary. Select the correct combination of $A$,$B$,and $C$ in reference to the above paragraph.

• A
  $A$-axons,$B$-nerve,$C$-pituitary,$D$-portal,$E$-posterior
• B
  $A$-nerve,$B$-axons,$C$-pituitary,$D$-portal,$E$-anterior
• C
  $A$-nerves,$B$-axons,$C$-pituitary,$D$-portal,$E$-posterior
• D
  $A$-axons,$B$-axons,$C$-pituitary,$D$-portal,$E$-anterior