Pituitary Gland Structure and Function (VL2P2) Flashcards
1
Q
Anterior Pituitary is also called the?
A
adenohypophysis
2
Q
The anterior pituitary link to the hypothalamus is? (what system ) what tissue does it consist of?
does it have a direct neural link?
A
the Capillary system
glandular
no
3
Q
The Posterior pituitary tissue type
A
Neural
4
Q
The Anterior pituitary tissue type
A
Glandular
5
Q
The posterior pituitary link to the hypothalamus is what type of connections?
A
Axonal connections
6
Q
The posterior pituitary Axonal connections’ specific name is?
A
hypothalamic-hypophyseal tract (axis)
7
Q
What is the function of the posterior pituitary
A
stores neurohormones secreted from the hypothalamus
8
Q
What is the function of the anterior pituitary?
A
Manufacture and secrete many hormones
9
Q
is the posterior pituitary a true endocrine gland?
A
no
