MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Through secretion of its hormones, the pituitary gland controls metabolism, growth, sexual maturation, reproduction, blood pressure and many other vital physical functions and processes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pituitary: The pituitary (pronounced: puh-TOO-uh-ter-ee) gland is at the base of the brain, and is no bigger than a pea. Despite its small size, the pituitary is often called the “master gland.” The hormones it makes control many other endocrine glands.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adrenal glands-The adrenal gland is made up of two glands: the cortex and medulla. These glands produce hormones in response to stress and regulate blood pressure, glucose metabolism, and the body’s salt and water balance.

Detailed explanation-4: -Hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is located at the base of the brain. It makes hormones that control hormones released in the pituitary gland. The hypothalamus controls water balance, sleep, temperature, appetite, mood, reproductive behaviors, and blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-5: -Your hypothalamus also tells your pituitary gland to produce and release hormones that affect other areas of your body. Your pituitary gland is connected to your hypothalamus through a stalk of blood vessels and nerves (the pituitary stalk).