PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Pituitary: This little gland is only about the size of a pea, but it has a big job. It makes hormones that control several other glands such as the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, ovaries and testicles. The pituitary gland is in charge of many different functions, including how your body grows.

Detailed explanation-2: -The endocrine system includes the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, and pineal glands (Figure 14.1. 1). Some of these glands have both endocrine and non-endocrine functions.

Detailed explanation-3: -The endocrine system includes the hypothalamus, pineal gland, pituitary gland, thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, thymus, adrenal glands, and pancreas. It also includes the testes in males and the ovaries and placenta (during pregnancy) in females. Glands and organs of the endocrine system.