The Endocrine System - Pituitary Gland Flashcards
1
Q
The pituitary gland is often referred to as “the master gland” due to its function in ____
A
controlling hormone secretions from other glands
2
Q
Sella Turcica
A
a depression in the sphenoid bone, containing the pituitary gland
3
Q
Hypothalamus
A
The part of the brain that signals the pituitary to secrete hormones
4
Q
Two parts to the pituitary include the ____ lobe and the ____ lobe
A
anterior and posterior
5
Q
The scientific name for the anterior lobe is ____
A
adenohypophysis
6
Q
The scientific name for the posterior lobe is ____
A
neurohypophysis
