Asked by Navdeep Singh on Jul 05, 2024
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This gland does not produce its own hormones.
A) adrenal cortex
B) hypothalamus
C) thyroid
D) parathyroid
E) posterior pituitary gland
Endocrine Gland
Glands in the body that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various functions.
Hormones
Chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands that regulate the activity of certain cells or organs, essential for every activity of daily living, including the processes of digestion, metabolism, growth, reproduction, and mood control.
Posterior Pituitary Gland
A gland located at the base of the brain that releases hormones like oxytocin and vasopressin, which are produced in the hypothalamus.
- Describe the hormone secretion mechanism of the posterior pituitary gland.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the hormone secretion mechanism of the posterior pituitary gland.
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