Question

Name the hormone secreted by pituitary gland and state its function

Answer 1

There are four hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that control the functions of other endocrine glands. These hormones include thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormones (LH).

Answer 2

Answer:

Pituitary gland is correctly called the Master gland because it seems to practically control all the other endocrine glands.

It has two distinct lobes:

1. Hormones secreted by Anterior Pituitary:

• GH (Growth Hormone) - Essential for normal growth
• TSH (Thyroid stimulating hormone) - activates thyroid to secrete thyroxin.
• Gonadotropic hormone - regulate the activities of the testes and ovaries.
• ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic) - regulates activity of adrenal cortex.

2. Hormones secreted by Posterior Pituitary:

• ADH (Anti-diuretic hormone) - constricts blood vessel with rise in blood pressure.
• Oxytocin - stimulates contractions of uteres in pregnant mother, leading to birth of baby.