Biceps brachii vs Pituitary gland
| Properti | Biceps brachii | Pituitary gland |
|---|---|---|
| Nama Latin | Musculus biceps brachii | Glandula pituitaria |
| Tipe | Muscle | Gland |
| Sistem Tubuh | Muscular | Endocrine |
| Wilayah Tubuh | Upper Arm | Brain |
| Fungsi | Primary supinator of the forearm and powerful flexor of the elbow. Also assists in shoulder flexion. The long head assists in shoulder joint stabilization. | The master endocrine gland, producing hormones that regulate growth (GH), reproduction (FSH, LH, prolactin), thyroid function (TSH), adrenal function (ACTH), and water balance (ADH). Coordinates the activity of other endocrine … |
| Signifikansi Klinis | Biceps tendon ruptures cause a visible bulge (Popeye deformity). Bicipital tendinitis causes anterior shoulder pain. The biceps reflex tests the C5-C6 nerve roots. | Pituitary adenomas can cause hormone excess or deficiency. Acromegaly results from excess growth hormone. Cushing's disease results from excess ACTH. Pituitary apoplexy is acute hemorrhage or infarction of the gland. … |
| FMA ID | 37670 | 13889 |
Full structure pages
Biceps brachii
Musculus biceps brachii
A two-headed muscle of the anterior compartment of the upper arm, the biceps brachii is the primary supinator of the forearm and a powerful flexor of the elbow, also assisting in flexion of the shoulder. …
Pituitary gland
Glandula pituitaria
Often described as the master endocrine gland, the pituitary coordinates the activity of other endocrine glands through the hormones it secretes, governing growth, reproduction, thyroid function, adrenal function, and water balance. This pea-sized gland occupies …