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Which part of the pituitary gland is composed of regular endocrine tissue with a vascular system?
Which hormone released by the anterior pituitary promotes bodily growth of bone, muscle, and other tissues?
Which hormone released by the anterior pituitary promotes breast development and initiates milk secretion or lactation in pregnant women?
Which hormone released by the anterior pituitary stimulates ovaries in women to mature and release estrogens?
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Which hormone released by the posterior pituitary prevents the formation of a large volume of urine by reabsorbing water in the kidneys?
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Which hormone released by the posterior pituitary stimulates uterine contractions?
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Which part of the brain is the pituitary gland attached to?
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What is the function of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) released by the anterior pituitary?
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What is the function of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) released by the anterior pituitary?
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What is the function of lutenizing hormone (LH) released by the anterior pituitary?
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Study Notes
Pituitary Gland Structure
- The anterior pituitary gland is composed of regular endocrine tissue with a vascular system.
Hormones Released by the Anterior Pituitary
- Growth hormone (GH) promotes bodily growth of bone, muscle, and other tissues.
- Prolactin promotes breast development and initiates milk secretion or lactation in pregnant women.
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) stimulates ovaries in women to mature and release estrogens.
Hormones Released by the Posterior Pituitary
- Anti-diuretic hormone (ADH) prevents the formation of a large volume of urine by reabsorbing water in the kidneys.
- Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions.
Pituitary Gland Attachment
- The pituitary gland is attached to the hypothalamus in the brain.
Functions of Anterior Pituitary Hormones
- Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulates the adrenal glands to release hormones such as cortisol.
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) stimulates the thyroid gland to release thyroid hormones.
- Luteinizing hormone (LH) stimulates ovulation in women and testosterone production in men.
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Test your knowledge about the pituitary gland and its two main parts - the anterior and posterior pituitary. Learn about its location, structure, and function in this informative quiz.
