GENERAL HISTOLOGY

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

ENDOCRINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which gland is considered the master gland?
A
Pitutiary Gland
B
Pineal Gland
C
Adrenal Gland
D
Parathyroid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The pituitary gland is sometimes called the “master” gland of the endocrine system because it controls the functions of many of the other endocrine glands. The pituitary gland is no larger than a pea, and is located at the base of the brain.

Detailed explanation-2: -The pituitary gland is often dubbed the “master gland” because its hormones control other parts of the endocrine system, namely the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, ovaries, and testes. However, the pituitary doesn’t entirely run the show.

Detailed explanation-3: -The pituitary gland is connected by a stalk to a part of the brain called the hypothalamus.

Detailed explanation-4: -It is called the master gland because it produces hormones that control other glands and other body functions including growth. It also controls hormone glands like thyroid, adrenals, ovaries and testicles.

Detailed explanation-5: -Pituitary glands is called the master gland because it controls the function of all the other endocrine glands.

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