Section 7
The Pituitary Gland
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Overview of the Pituitary Gland
The pituitary gland is connected to the hypothalamus and secretes nine hormones that regulate body homeostasis.
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Control of the Pituitary Gland by the Hypothalamus
The pituitary gland consists of the anterior pituitary and the posterior pituitary.
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The Anterior Pituitary
The anterior pituitary secretes seven hormones that regulate several physiological processes, including stress, growth, and reproduction.
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The Posterior Pituitary
The posterior pituitary secretes two important endocrine hormones—oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone.