pituitary gland

pituitary gland, small oval endocrine gland that lies at the base of the brain. It is sometimes called the master gland of the body because all the other endocrine glands depend on its secretions for stimulation (see endocrine system).

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• Disorders of Pituitary Hormone Secretion
• Pituitary Hormones
• Anatomy and Function

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