Question

Why is pitutary gland called as master gland

Answer 1

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Pituitary gland secretes hormones that control the functions of various other endocrine glands like adrenal gland, thyroid gland, pancreas etc. The functions that are controlled by pituitary are

• Growth
• Function of thyroid gland
• Blood pressure
• Function of sex organs
• Body temperature regulation
• Regulation of water absorption by kidneys
• Breast milk production
• Body metabolism

For this reason pituitary gland is known as master gland.

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