Hypothalamus and pituitary gland Flashcards
1
Q
How are the hypothalamus and pituitary gland linked?
A
Link between NS and endocrine system
2
Q
Where does the pituitary sits?
A
a notch of the sphenoid bone
3
Q
What are the two parts of the pituitary gland?
A
Anterior pituitary
Posterior pituitary
4
Q
What does the hypothalamus do in the anterior pituitary?
A
Release hormones or inhibiting hormone and carries hormones directly there
5
Q
What are some anterior pituitary hormones?
A
Growth Hormone (GH) Thyroid Stimulating Hormone – (TSH) Adrenocorticotropic Hormone – (ACHT) Luteinising hormone or Interstitial Cell Stimulating Hormone – (LH or ICSH) Follicle Stimulating hormone (FSH) Prolactin
6
Q
What does the hypothalamus do in the posterior pituitary?
A
Hormones are produced in the nerves and released from nerve endings in the posterior pituitary directly into the blood stream
7
Q
What are the two hormones secreted by Posterior Pituitary?
A
Antidiuretic Hormone (Vasopressin) - ADH Oxytocin
