Question

Pituitary gland is under the influence of __________

• A. thyroid gland
• B. adrenal glands
• C. hypothalamus
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C hypothalamus

Pituitary gland is under the control of hypothalamus. The hormones of hypothalamus regulate the synthesis and secretion of pituitary hormones.
Thyroid gland and adrenal gland (adrenal cortex) are under control of pituitary gland. Anterior pituitary releases hormones like TSH and ACTH. TSH stimulates the synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones from the thyroid gland. ACTH stimulates the synthesis and secretion of steroid hormones called glucocorticoids from the adrenal cortex.