Pituitary gland

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Contents 1 Used for 2 Broader Terms 3 Narrower Terms 4 Facts

Used for

hypophysis, lactotroph, pars intermedia, pituitary stalk section, pituitary transplantation, urohypophysis, urophysis

Broader Terms

endocrine gland /system

Narrower Terms

neurohypophysis

Facts

• The pituitary gland is central to our well-being.
• The pituitary gland is a half-breed in many ways.
• If the T4 level is low and TSH is not elevated, the pituitary gland is more likely to be the cause for the hypothyroidism.
• The pituitary gland is responsible for sending signals to the other endocrine glands throughout the body including the thyroid gland, the adrenal glands, and the sexual organs.
• The pituitary gland is a reddish brown, soft, oval pea-sized gland 1cm in size.

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