MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -A pea-sized organ attached to the part of the brain called the hypothalamus. It lies at the base of the brain above the back of the nose.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -The pituitary is a small gland attached to the base of the brain (behind the nose) in an area called the pituitary fossa or sella turcica. The pituitary is often called the “master gland” because it controls the secretion of most of the hormones in the body.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your pituitary gland is located at the base of your brain, behind the bridge of your nose and directly below your hypothalamus.

Detailed explanation-5: -Pituitary gland and hypothalamus The pituitary gland and the hypothalamus are located within the brain and control hormone production.