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The Pituitary Gland

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What are the function of the pituitary gland in our body?

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Regulate the functions of other endocrine glands

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Training and development of T-lymphocytes or T cells

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Regulates the body's metabolism

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Regulate calcium levels and have no effect on metabolism

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The correct option is A Regulate the functions of other endocrine glands
Major functions of pituitary gland include;
It senses the body's needs, sends signals to different organs and endocrine glands to regulate their functions.
It secretes hormones to the bloodstream through which can act as messengers to transmit the info.

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