PATHOLOGY MCQ
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
Question
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Pituitary
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Adrenal
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Pineal
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Hypothalamus
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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 sometimes called the master gland of the endocrine system. This is because it controls the functions of many of the other endocrine glands.
Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -Answer: Solution : The pituitary gland is considered the main endocrine gland.
Detailed explanation-5: -The smallest gland found in the body of a human being is the pineal gland. It is situated at the dorsal side of the forebrain and originates from the embryo’s ectoderm. The weight of a pineal gland is 150 milligrams. The prime role of the pineal gland is to balance the rhythm of the body and secrete melatonin hormone.