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What is the function of the anterior pituitary gland?
What is the function of the anterior pituitary gland?
The anterior pituitary gland secretes hormones that regulate the activity of other endocrine glands.
How many hormones does the anterior pituitary gland secrete?
How many hormones does the anterior pituitary gland secrete?
The anterior pituitary gland secretes six hormones.
Why is the anterior pituitary gland considered the master gland of the endocrine system?
Why is the anterior pituitary gland considered the master gland of the endocrine system?
The anterior pituitary gland regulates the secretory action of other endocrine glands.