Question

Which of the following is known as master endocrine gland?

• A. Adrenal gland
• B. Thryoid gland
• C. Pituitary gland
• D. Pineal gland

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Pituitary gland

The pituitary gland is called the "master" gland of the endocrine system, because it controls the functions of the other endocrine glands. The pituitary gland is about the size of a pea and is located at the base of the brain. Hormones are always secreted into blood by ductless endocrine glands and are carried to the target organs or cells through the blood circulation. Some of the hormones secreted by pituitary gland will control the activities of most parts of human body. But some other hormones secreted by this gland will control the secretions of other endocrine glands of human body namely the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, ovaries, and testes. Hence this gland is also known as master gland.

so, the correct answer is option C.