MICROANATOMY

ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

ENDOCRINE ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is considered the “master endocrine gland”?
A
hypothalamus
B
anterior pituitary gland
C
posterior pituitary gland
D
None of the above
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 called the “master endocrine gland, ‘’ because it releases hormones that control other glands in the body that affect many bodily functions. The pituitary gland is controlled by the hypothalamus, a small structure in the brain.

Detailed explanation-3: -The posterior pituitary gland forms part of the brain and secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream under the command of the brain.

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