PITUITARY BODY
(noun)Definitions
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Pituitary Body.
Pituitary Body - as a noun
The master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
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"The pituitary body is known as the 'master gland' because it controls the activity of other endocrine glands."
"Damage to the pituitary body can result in hormonal imbalances."
"The pituitary body is located at the base of the brain."
"Tumors can sometimes form in the pituitary body."
"The pituitary body produces a variety of hormones."
