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Pituitary
 
Definition:
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  A bi-lobed endocrine gland located at the base of the brain that secretes several critical hormones for the regulation of other endocrine glands, including the secretion of TSH for stimulation of the thyroid. The pituitary is regulated by the neurohormones from the hypothalamus.  
     


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