Which lobe in pituitary is termed "master gland"?
Correct answer: A. Anterior pituitary lobe
- A. Anterior pituitary lobe
- B. Posterior pituitary lobe
- C. Median pituitary lobe
- D. None of these
Explanation
The anterior pituitary is traditionally called the master gland because its hormones regulate several other endocrine glands. The posterior lobe mainly stores and releases hormones made in the hypothalamus.
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