Pituitary Gland

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
PG
Pronunciation
/pɪˈtuɪˌtɛri glænd/
Category
Medical
Related Field
Physiology

Examples in Context

  1. The secretions of the anterior pituitary gland control the activities of the adrenal cortex and other endocrine organs.
  2. Vitex is useful in normalizing pituitary gland functions and the balance of progesterone and estrogen levels.
  3. Hormone secretion is controlled by the pituitary gland.
  4. Its complex interaction with the pituitary gland makes it an important part of the endocrine system.
  5. The pituitary gland and stalk develop from the primordium which can be differentiated at22 days of gestational.

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