10 Questions
Which gland is located at the base of the brain?
Pituitary gland
What is the weight of the pituitary gland in adults?
0.5 gm
What is the function of the pituitary gland?
Produce hormones that affect both endocrine glands and non-endocrine organs
What is the function of the adenohypophysis?
Produce hormones that control growth and development
What is the structure of the neurohypophysis?
Nervous tissue
Which part of the pituitary gland is covered with a thin CT capsule?
Adenohypophysis
Which part of the pituitary gland is attached to the hypothalamic region of the brain by a narrow stalk?
Neurohypophysis
Which part of the pituitary gland produces several hormones that directly affect other endocrine glands and non-endocrine organs?
Adenohypophysis
What is the name of the hormone(s) produced by the cells in the pars distalis of the pituitary gland?
Growth hormone (GH)
What is the weight of the pituitary gland in adults?
0.5 gm
Study Notes
Pituitary Gland
- Located at the base of the brain
- Weighs approximately 0.5 grams in adults
- Plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions through hormone production
Functions of the Pituitary Gland
- Produces several hormones that directly affect other endocrine glands and non-endocrine organs
- Regulates growth and development
- Influences reproductive functions
- Helps maintain hormone balance in the body
Structure of the Pituitary Gland
- Divided into two main parts: adenohypophysis and neurohypophysis
- Adenohypophysis, also known as the anterior pituitary, produces several hormones
- Neurohypophysis, also known as the posterior pituitary, stores and releases hormones produced in the hypothalamus
- Pars distalis, a part of the adenohypophysis, produces hormones such as growth hormone, adrenocorticotropic hormone, and prolactin
- Covered with a thin CT capsule
- Attached to the hypothalamic region of the brain by a narrow stalk
Test your knowledge of the pituitary gland and pancreas in this quiz. Learn about the gross and histological appearance of the pituitary gland, including its different parts and the hormones produced by each type of cell. Explore the structure of the neurohypophysis and the histological appearance of the endocrine pancreas.
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