Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
Anterior lobe also known as
A
adenohypophysis
2
Q
what is secreted from anterior lobe
A
GH, TSH, ACTH, FSH, LH, PRL
3
Q
what is secreted from the posterior lobe
A
ADH and oxytocin
4
Q
where is the pituitary gland located
A
pituitary fossa of the sphenoid bone
in sella turcica
5
Q
vein from the thyroid
A
superior, middle and inferior veins
drain into internal jugular
6
Q
innervation of strap muscles
A
all are innervated by ansa cervicalis of the cervical plexus (from C1-3)
EXCEPT thyrohoid- C1
