Pituitary gland

An endocrine organ at the base of the brain that is closely linked with the hypothalamus.

The pituitary gland is composed of two lobes, the anterior and posterior lobes, and secretes hormones that regulate the activity of the other endocrine organs in the body.

• Endocrine System

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• Pineal Gland

  Its main function is the secretion of melatonin, a hormone that is best known for helping regulate our sleep.

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• Hypothalamus

  A small structure located at the base of the brain, where signals from the brain and the body’s hormonal syst…

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