PATHOLOGY MCQ
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
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Question
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The “master gland” is known as the ____
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thyroid gland.
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adrenal gland.
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pancreas.
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pituitary gland.
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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 dubbed the “master gland” because its hormones control other parts of the endocrine system, namely the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, ovaries, and testes. However, the pituitary doesn’t entirely run the show.
Detailed explanation-3: -Pituitary glands is called the master gland because it controls the function of all the other endocrine glands.
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