The anterior pituitary is often
referred to as the Master
endoctrine gland, but it too
has an master. what controls
the release of hormones by
the anterior pituitary?
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⚕ The anterior pituitary is often
referred to as the Master
endoctrine gland, but it too
has an master. what controls
the release of hormones by
the anterior pituitary?
⚠️ Refer the Diagram to understand better...
❇ The Master of Master gland which controls the master gland pituitary gland is known as Hypothalamus. We know that, The hormones of the pituitary gland help regulate the functions of other endocrine glands.
—that have two very separate functions. ✏The hypothalamus sends signals to the pituitary to release or inhibit pituitary hormone production.
✏Communication between the hypothalamus and the anterior pituitary occurs through chemicals (releasing hormones and inhibiting hormones) that are produced by the hypothalamus and delivered to the anterior pituitary through blood vessels.
✏The pituitary regulates mood, behavior and a startling number of mental and emotional health issues.
✏Your size, shape and height are directly linked to growth hormone, which is also produced by the pituitary gland.
✏The word "hypothalamus" is derived from the two Greek words "hypo" and "thalamus." Literally the word would mean something like "under chamber."
Answer:
Explanation:
Oxytocin is the hormone released from pituitary
of the mother, once fetal development is
completed.