What is the pituitary gland?

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Heart-sized exocrine gland

Pea-sized endocrine gland

Pea-sized exocrine gland

Heart-sized endocrine gland

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The pituitary gland is a pea-sized endocrine gland that is located at the base of the brain. It is also known as the master gland as its hormones control the secretion of other endocrine glands and also other organs in the body. The secretions released by the pituitary are directly released into the bloodstream.

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