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Pituitary Hormones Hypothalamus Section Describe Structure Locaction Gland

The pituitary gland is located at the base of the hypothalamus and has an anterior section producing hormones like FSH, and a posterior section storing and releasing hypothalamic hormones like ADH.

La glándula pituitaria se encuentra en la base del hipotálamo y se divide en dos secciones: la pituitaria anterior, que produce hormonas como FSH, y la pituitaria posterior, que almacena y libera hormonas hipotalámicas como la ADH.

Front Describe the structure and locaction of the pituitary gland.
Back Pituitary gland:
  • Found at the base of hypothalamus
  • Divided into two sections:
    • Anterior pituitary (front section) - produces hormones including FSH, involved in reproduction & growth hormones
    • Posterior pituitary (back section) - stores and releases hormones produced by hypothalamus such as ADH


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