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Pituitary gland
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Definition 1
A pea-sized organ attached to the part of the brain called the hypothalamus. It lies at the base of the brain above the back of the nose. The hypothalamus sends signals to the pituitary gland, which then makes hormones that control other glands and many of the body’s functions, including growth. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
Pea-sized endocrine gland located at the base of the brain in the pituitary fossa. It produces and secretes hormones such as oxytocin and vasopressin, to regulate the activities of the hypothalamus. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 3
The main endocrine gland. It produces hormones that control other glands and many body functions, especially growth. (NCI Dictionary)
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