Pituitary gland

Glandula pituitaria

A pea-sized gland located in the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone, connected to the hypothalamus by the infundibulum (pituitary stalk). The anterior lobe (adenohypophysis) produces six major hormones. The posterior lobe (neurohypophysis) stores and releases oxytocin and ADH produced by the hypothalamus.

Tür Gland
Vücut Sistemi Endocrine
Vücut Bölgesi Brain
Latince Adı Glandula pituitaria
FMA ID 13889

İşlev

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 glands.

Klinik Önemi

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. Diabetes insipidus results from ADH deficiency.

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What is the Pituitary gland?
A pea-sized gland located in the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone, connected to the hypothalamus by the infundibulum (pituitary stalk). The anterior lobe (adenohypophysis) produces six major hormones. The posterior lobe (neurohypophysis) stores and releases oxytocin and ADH produced by the hypotha
What is the function of the Pituitary gland?
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 glands.
What body system is the Pituitary gland part of?
The Pituitary gland is part of the Endocrine.
What conditions affect the Pituitary gland?
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. Diabetes insipidus results from ADH deficiency.
Where is the Pituitary gland located?
The Pituitary gland is located in the Brain region of the body.

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