The small gland joined to the hypothalamus at the base of the brain. It supplies many hormones that control growth, sexual development, and a host of other essential body functions.

a gland at the base of the hypothalamus. It has two parts. The neurohypophysis secretes the hormones oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone. Hormones secreted from the adenohypophysis control the secretion of hormones from glands such as the thyroid, the ovaries and testes, and the adrenal cortex.

Believed to be the endocrine gland into which the energy of the crown center flows; in effect, the point of contact for the soul wherein it is anchored into the physical, mechanical form.

A major endocrine organ located immediately below the brain. Produces a large number of protein and peptide hormones.

A small gland attached to the base of the brain that secretes growth hormone, as well as other hormones.

An endocrine gland located at the base of the brain, in the small recess of a bone - certain sections of the pituitary each secretes important hormones including growth hormone (GH) and antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

A gland located on the lower surface of the brain that secretes several hormones important to sexual and reproductive functioning.

A gland located at the base of the brain. It produces a variety of hormones that stimulate the release of hormones by other glands, including those that affect the testicles.

A small gland at the base of the brain in vertebrates. It produces hormones that control other glands and influence the growth of the bone structure, sexual maturing, and general metabolism.. In humans it is the anterior lobe that is responsible for FSH and LH Progesterone: A sex hormone produced by the corpus luteum. It maintains a pregnancy.

A gland located at the base of the brain that produces ACTH and several other protein hormones.

(pih TWO ih TAR ee): An endocrine gland attached to the base of the brain.

An endocrine gland in the body, responsible for the production and secretion of many hormones.

An endocrine organ that is situated in the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone and is connected to the hypothalamus by the infundibulum; includes the posterior pituitary (pars nervosa) and the anterior pituitary (pars intermedia and pars distalis).

Small gland situated in the brain where many of the most important hormones in the body are produced.

A gland at the base of the brain that produces the hormones that trigger ovulation.

Small gland in the brain, located beneath the hypothalamus that secretes FSH and LH.

An endocrine gland that is actually a functional extension of the hypothalamus. The pituitary gland is often called the master gland because many of its secretions trigger hormone secretions in other glands.

An endocrine or hormone-producing gland found on the underside of the brain just behind the eyes.

Gland at the base of the brain that produces hormones stimulating release of other hormones, including testosterone.

A relatively small endocrine gland about the size of a pea. This gland is located underneath the brain and releases a number of essential hormones, including thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH).

a control system for many hormones. It is located in the brain.

A small, bean-shaped gland located at the base of the brain near the hypothalamus. It is stimulated by the hypothalamus and produces hormones, which in turn control the hormone production of many other endocrine glands in the body

located at the base of the brain. secretes hormones in response to inputs from the hypothalamus.

Endocrine gland located at the base of the brain, and connected to it by a narrow stalk; it stores and/or secretes many hormones of pivotal importance to body function, including growth hormone (GH), thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), oxytocin, prolactin, antidiuretic hormone (ADH, vasopressin), and adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).

The endocrine gland at the center of the brain which produces and releases hormones.

A gland located at the base of the brain that secretes several hormones important to growth and sexual and reproductive functions.

The master hormone producing gland located at the base of the brain, which hormonal secretions affect the function of other endocrine glands.

A small, oval, endocrine gland attached to the base of the vertebrate brain (hypothalamus) and whose secretions control the other endocrine glands and influence growth, metabolism and maturation.

Small, oval endocrine gland that lies at the base of the brain. It is called the master gland because the other endocrine glands depend on its secretions for stimulation. The pituitary has two distinct lobes, anterior and posterior. The anterior lobe secretes at least six hormones: human growth hormone, which stimulates overall body growth: ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone), which controls steroid hormone secretion by the adrenal cortex; thyrotropic hormone, which stimulates the activity of the thyroid gland; and three gonadotropic hormones, which control growth and reproductive activity of the gonads (ovaries and testes). The posterior lobe secretes an antidiuretic hormone, which causes water retention by the kidneys, and oxytocin, which stimulates the mammary glands to release milk and also causes uterine contractions. An overactive pituitary during childhood can cause gigantism. Dwarfism results from pituitary deficiency in childhood.

The small gland in the brain that produces the follicle stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone.

a small oval endocrine organ that is attached to the infundibulum of the brain and occupies the sella turcica; consists essentially of an epithelial anterior lobe derived from a diverticulum of the oral cavity and joined to a posterior lobe of nervous origin by a pars intermedia; has the several parts associated with various hormones which directly or indirectly affect most basic bodily functions and include substances exerting a controlling and regulating influence on other endocrine organs, controlling growth and development, or modifying the contraction of smooth muscle, renal function, and reproduction

The 'master' gland of the body, which produces hormones, e.g., human growth hormone, and affects a wide range of body functions.

endocrine gland involved in regulatory functions.

A small gland located at the base of the brain which secretes hormones that control other glands including the thyroid. Produces thyroid stimulating hormone the levels of which are the most diagnostic in identifying a thyroid disorder.

a gland located in the brain which is responsible for the production of a number of hormones, two of which, LH and FSH, play an important role in maintaining normal fertility.

Attached to the brain, it has many functions, including production of hormones that induce milk production in the mother

The main endocrine gland. It is a small oval shaped structure in the head and it regulates growth, sexual maturing and metabolism.

a gland at the base of the brain consisting of the anterior and posterior lobes that secretes several hormones.

Endocrine gland located at the base of the brain that secretes FSH and LH, as well as other important hormones related to normal growth and development, as well as fertility.

A gland at the base of the brain that secretes hormones which then regulate and controls other hormone-secreting glands and many bodily processes.

Small gland located behind the eyes at the base of the brains that releases hormones - including thyroid stimulating hormone - that control other endocrine glands.

the endocrine gland at the base of the brain which secretes hormones such as FSH and LH

a hormone secreting (endocrine) gland at the base of the brain; it regulates growth as well as regulating the proper functioning of many other glands and processes.

Sometimes called the "master gland." This small bundle (gland) located at the base of the brain acts as a supervisor over all the other glands in the body.

A small gland at the bottom of the brain which is responsible for controlling the hormones that affect growth, metabolism and maturation.

endocrine gland that makes several hormones.

oval gland at the base of the brain that produces growth hormones, and is responsible for stimulating the thyroid, adrenal, and reproductive glands to function.

Sometimes referred to as the master gland is the most important of the endocrine glands (i.e. glands that release hormones directly into the bloodstream). It regulates and controls activities of other endocrine glands and body processes. It is a pea sized structure situated in the base of the brain.

An endocrine gland at the base of the brain that produces several hormones including follicle stimulating hormone and luteinising hormone. It is the master gland of the endocrine system of the body.

The "master gland", located in the brain. It regulates the thyroid, adrenal, sex, and mammary glands. The pituitary is regulated by the hypothalamus to which it is connected.

A small hormone producing gland just beneath the hypothalamus at the base of the brain. The hormones produced control the ovaries, the thyroid and the adrenal glands of the woman. FSH, LH and TSH are some of the hormones produced. Disorders of this gland leads to irregular or absent ovulation in the female and abnormal or absent sperm production in the male.

The small gland at the base of the brain, which supplies many hormones that control the body's processes.

The "master" gland of the body. It produces and releases thyroid stimulating hormone.

Regulates proper function of reproductive organs. Located in the brain.

Gland which secretes the fertility hormones FSH and LH

an endocrine gland suspended beneath the brain, supplying numerous hormones that control many vital processes. Some of the hormones it supplies that influence sexual function include follicle stimulating hormone and lutenizing hormone

A gland located at the base of the brain. It produces hormones that stimulate the testicles (and other glands) to release hormones and produce sperm.

A pea-sized gland attached to the base of the brain. By releasing hormones, the pituitary controls growth and coordinates the functions of other organs and glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. (Neurology)

a small oval endocrine organ connected by a stalk to the hypothalamus. It is made up of two parts :the anterior (that facing forward) is involved in making and secreting several hormones including FSH and LH.

An endocrine gland which secretes a number of hormones that regulate several bodily processes including growth, reproduction, and various metabolic activities.

The endocrine gland at the base of the brain that produces the luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and several other hormones.

A small hormone-producing gland just beneath the hypothalamus in the brain which controls the ovaries, thyroid, and adrenal glands. Ovarian function is controlled through the secretion of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). Disorders of this gland may lead to irregular or absent ovulation in the female and abnormal or absent sperm production in the male.

The pituitary gland is a small gland at the base of the brain. It is controlled by the hypothalamus, and in turn sends out messenger hormones that control sperm production in the testicles.

A small endocrine gland located on the lower side of the brain below the hypothalamus; the pituitary is important in regulating levels of sex hormones. (page 102)

pah-TU-eh-tare-ee GLAND A pea-sized gland in the human head that releases several types of hormones. 666

A small, oval endocrine gland attached to base of the brain that is responsible for secreting hormones influencing body growth, metabolism, and reproductive function.

A small oval endocrine gland attached to the brain. This gland plays a central role in the regulation of secretion from many other hormone-secreting glands of the body.

The pituitary gland is an important gland and it is often referred to as the 'master gland', because it controls several of the other hormone-producing glands. It is usually about the size of a pea and is situated in a bony hollow beneath the base of the brain and just behind the bridge of your nose. The gland consists of two parts (often called lobes) each of which has different functions. The pituitary gland is also sometimes called the hypophysis.

a small (about 1cm in diameter) but very important structure lying in the middle of the skull under the lower surface of the brain. It exerts control over several other glands by production of hormones.

a small gland (or "organ") that is found at the base of the brain. It is important for human growth and maturation at puberty and reproduction

The anterior portion releases tropic hormones in response to hypothalamic releasing hormones. The posterior portion releases vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone) and oxytocin from neuronal terminals that have their cell bodies in the hypothalamus.

An endocrine gland at the base of the hypothalamus; consists of a posterior lobe (neurohypophysis), which stores and releases two hormones produced by the hypothalamus, and an anterior lobe (adenohypophysis), which produces and secretes many hormones that regulate diverse body functions.

gland at the base of the brain that secretes hormones and regulates and controls other hormone-secreting glands and many body processes, including reproduction.

This gland is stimulated by the hypothalamus and controls all hormonal functions. Located at the base of the brain just below the hypothalamus, it controls many major hormonal factories throughout the body including the gonads (ovaries and testes), the adrenal glands, and the thyroid gland.

A gland located near the brain that controls growth and other changes in the body.

Small endocrine gland situated at the base of the brain which supplies many hormones that govern many vital and needed processes of the body such as growth and metabolism; secretes the hormones controlling ovulation, for instance.

A small gland that sits at the base of the hypothalamus which is part of the brain

the master gland of the endocrine system is situated at the base of the brain, so called because it controls hormone production of other endocrine glands.

The gland that runs the endocrine system. It is involved in the stress response.

The gland located at the base of the brain which secretes many hormones, including follicle stimulating hormone and luteinising hormone.

a gland located at the base of the brain. It produces a variety of hormones that stimulate the testes and other organs to release hormones.

A pea-sized gland attached beneath the hypothalamus at the base of the skull that secretes many hormones essential to bodily functioning. The secretion of pituitary hormones is regulated by chemicals produced in the hypothalamus.

A small gland located at the base of the brain; consists of an anterior and a posterior lobe and produces numerous hormones. The master gland of the endocrine system, the pituitary releases hormones that have specific targets as well as those that stimulate other glands to secrete hormones. Part of the pituitary is nerve tissue, the rest is glandular epithelium. PICTURE 1 | PICTURE 2

an endocrine gland located beneath the hypothalamus that is part of a feedback system regulating the hormonal control of puberty.

A gland located at the base of the brain, below the hypothalamus, which controls almost every endocrine gland in the body. Therefore it controls human growth, development and reproduction.

a small gland in the brain that produces several hormones that regulate bodily functions via the action of other endocrine glands.

A cherry-like organ at the base of the brain attached to the hypothalamus and part of the endocrine system. The pituitary secretes various hormones in response to hormones secreted by the hypothalamus.

An endocrine gland in the small, bony cavity at the base of the brain. Often called "the master gland," the pituitary serves the body in many ways-in growth, in food use, and in reproduction.

The mater gland. The pituitary gland is situatedin the brain by the hypothalamus and controls all hormonal functions, includingthe gonads, the adrenal glands and the thyroid gland.

Master controlling endocrine gland. Produces not only its own hormones, but also influences the hormonal production of the other glands. Located at the base of the brain. Connected to the hypothalamus.

A gland connected to the hypothalamus at the base of the brain. The pituitary gland releases hormones into the bloodstream, some of which have effects on the female reproductive organs.

Also known as the hypophysis. In men, this gland regulates the creation of semen and the production of the male sex hormone testosterone.

The main endocrine gland. It produces hormones that control other glands and many body functions including growth.

A small gland within the head that produces hormones called gonadotropin, which effect the ovaries.

A gland at the base of the brain which produces many hormones, including FSH and LH.

master hormonal gland of the human body, located at the base of the brain.

A structure in the brain that controls most of the other glands in the body and influences most basic functions through the release of hormones.

An endocrine organ closely linked with the hypothalamus. In humans, it is composed of two lobes and secretes a number of hormones that regulate the activity of other endocrine organs in the body.

An endocrine gland attached to the base of the brain the gland that is stimulated by the hypothalamus and controls all hormonal functions.

Often referred to as the "master endocrine organ", the pituitary gland lies beneath the hypothalamus within a bony labyrinth. The pituitary gland releases many different hormones, such as: thyroid-stimulating hormone, ACTH, growth hormone, gonadotropin, prolactin, vasopressin, and oxytocin into the circulatory system.

A small kidney-shaped gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones involved in sexual maturity, the maturation and release of yolks, and egg laying.

a small gland in the head that makes hormones that control other glands and many body functions including growth.

A small gland the size of a peanut that is located behind the eyes at the base of the brain. It secretes hormones that control other glands (including the thyroid) as well as growth. It secretes thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), a hormone that helps control thyroid function, as well as other hormones involved in endocrine function.

A small gland just beneath the hypothalamus that secretes follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).

a small gland at the base of the brain that controls and regulates the essential female sex hormones, namely FSH and LH. The gland stimulates egg maturation and ovulation in the monthly cycle.

A small gland attached by a stalk to the base of the brain; it secretes hormones that control other glands and regulate growth. It is sometimes called the "master gland."

The gland located at the base of the brain that secretes a number of important hormones that regulate fertility, as well as normal growth and development of the body

The "master" gland that sits under the brain and makes hormones, most of which activate other glands to make hormones.

Gland in the brain which produces many different Hormones. These hormones control a lot of body processes - for example, growth, metabolism, production of sex hormones.

The gland at the base of the brain that secretes the gonadotropins and other hormones that control the endocrine system.

A double-bean-shaped organ suspended in a bony cavity beneath the brain behind the upper bridge of the nose. Often called the 'seat of the mind', the Pituitary is considered to be the location of the 3rd eye or psychic eye. In the physical body, it controls electrical impulses from the Brain and pineal glands, interpreting the physical and emotional energies from these impulses, the pituitary regulates the release of hormones of all other glands of the Endocrine system. Violet in color, feminine in energy.

A small ductless gland at the base of the brain secreting various hormones essential for growth and other bodily functions.

a small gland located at the base of the brain. It is known as the master gland because of the many hormones it secretes to control the function of other endocrine glands found throughout the body.

an endocrine gland that regulates many of the other endocrine glands by secreting hormones that affect the secretion of their hormones. (76)

a pea-sized structure, which secretes many important hormones, located behind the hypothalamus. The pituitary serves the body in many ways-in growth, in food use, and in reproduction.

The 'master' endocrine (ductless) gland at the base of the brain which produces many important hormones, some of which trigger other glands into making their own hormones. The pituitary functions include hormonal control of the sex glands (ovaries and testes)

A small gland the size of a peanut that is located behind the eyes of the base of the brain. It secretes hormones that control other glands (thyroid, adrenal, testicles and ovaries) as well as growth. More about this. It secretes TSH which helps control thyroid function. More about this.

a gland at the base of the brain. The pituitary secretes several different hormones involved in key metabolic processes.

"Master gland" that regulates growth, metabolism, and maturation. It is controlled by a part of the brain called the hypothalamus.

Often referred to as the “master gland,” this gland regulates the release of adrenal, growth, thyroid, and sex hormones in the body. A majority of the body's hormones are released from this gland.

Small gland under the brain producing many hormones and chemicals for the body.

A cherry-like organ at the base of the brain responsible for controlling growth and development.

A gland located at the base of the brain that produces several hormones including FSH.

The pituitary gland (a.k.a. hypophysis) is the master endocrine gland -- though it is about the size of a pea -- located beneath the hypothalamus in a bony cavity at the base of the skull. Its secretes many hormones, including thyroid-stimulating hormone, adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), gonadotropins, growth hormone, prolactin, lipotropin, melanocyte-stimulating hormone, antidiuretic hormone (ADH), and oxytocin.

small oval gland located at the base of the brain that secretes hormones regulating growth and metabolism. The pituitary gland is divided into two separate glands, the anterior and posterior pituitary glands, which each secrete different hormones.

The gland responsible for secreting several reproductive hormones. Located in the brain.

the endocrine gland at the base of the brain that produces the gonadotropin luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone, which in turn stimulate the gonads to produce sex cells and hormones

Composed of two lobes (anterior and posterior). Attached to and receives messages from the hypothalamus. Several hormones are produced by the pituitary including prolactin, corticotropin, and growth hormone.

a pea-sized endocrine gland, located at the base of the brain. The pituitary gland secretes a variety of hormones that regulate many of the body's functions, including growth, reproduction, and metabolism. It is often referred to as the body's "master gland."

Endocrine gland at the base of the brain that produces hormones that control other glands and many body functions including growth.

A master control endocrine gland at the base of the brain. The pituitary gland is controlled in turn by the hypothalamus.

Located at the base of the brain, the pituitary gland is responsible for the release of LH and FSH, as well as thyroid stimulating hormone. These hormones trigger different stages of your menstrual cycle and are essential to the functioning of your reproductive system.

The gland located at the base of the brain, below the hypothalamus, which controls most hormone functions in the human

a gland in the brain which produces and releases several hormones, including growth hormone, LH, FSH, TSH,vasopressin, ACTH, and others. An aging clock may be located in the pituitary.

a gland at the base of the brain that produces and stores follicle stimulating hormone, which it releases in small amounts. FSH stimulates the ovaries and causes follicles to develop in women; it regulates the production of sperm in men.

a small oval endocrine gland attached to the base of the brain, the secretions of which control the other endocrine glands and influence growth and certain other metabolic processes

the body's master gland, located at the base of the brain, which regulates growth and other bodily changes.

Produces a number of different hormones that influence various other endocrine glands.

Small gland in the brain which secretes substances necessary for basic life processes, such as growth.

The master gland; the gland that is stimulated by the hypothalamus and controls all hormonal functions. Located at the base of the brain just below the hypothalamus, this gland controls many major hormonal factories throughout the body including the gonads, the adrenal glands, and the thyroid gland.

An endocrine gland located beneath the brain that supplies numerous hormones that govern many vital processes in the body.

A gland in the endocrine system. The pituitary is located at the base of the brain and controls hormonal factories throughout the body including the gonads, the adrenal glands, and the thyroid gland. The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland secretes several hormones involved in controlling reproductive processes, including FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) and LH (luteinizing hormone).

The pituitary gland is a pea-sized gland in the centre of the head, which hangs below the brain and produces hormones.

The gland that secretes hormones that influence body growth, metabolism and the function of other endocrine glands.

A gland in the brain which produces Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and Leutinising hormone (LH).

An endocrine gland tucked into a bony space beneath the brain. It receives input and influence from the hypothalamus. It produces adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which controls the secretion of cortisol by the adrenal glands. This helps trigger the "fight-or-flight" response (see Anxiety, Depression).

An endocrine gland joined to the brain just below the hypothalamus. It consists of two parts, the anterior pituitary and the posterior pituitary. The anterior pituitary is the more important part because of its regulation of growth and of other endocrine glands (syn. hypophysis). See also endocrine system.

The pituitary gland, or hypophysis, is an endocrine gland about the size of a pea that sits in a small, bony cavity (pituitary fossa) covered by a membrane. The pituitary fossa, in which the pituitary gland sits, is situated in the sphenoid bone at the base of the brain.