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: -It’s the part of the brain that controls the endocrine system. That pea-sized structure hanging below it is the pituitary gland. It’s called the master gland because it regulates the activity of the glands. The hypothalamus sends either hormonal or electrical messages to the pituitary gland.

Detailed explanation-3: -Thyroid: Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck. It’s responsible for your metabolism (how your body uses energy). Parathyroid: These four tiny glands are no larger than a grain of rice.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your pituitary gland makes: growth hormone-which regulates growth. thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)-which tells the thyroid gland to make hormones. prolactin-which controls breast milk production.