endocrinal functions of hypothalamus and pituitary gland (2)
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Assistant Prof. Physiology
MBBS, Dip. Card, M.Phil TCM(China),
MCH
Endocrinal Functions of Hypothalamus and
pituitary Gland
INTRODUCTION AND FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY
The hypothalamic-pituitary unit forms a unique component of the entire endocrine system that regulates growth, lactation, fluid homeostasis, and the functions of thyroid gland, adrenal glands, and gonads.
Development of Pituitary gland
Anatomical subdivisions of pituitary gland
Pars tuberalis.
Folliculostellate cells.
1. Control of Anterior pituitary Function
2. Control of posterior pituitary function
Schematic diagram to explain anatomical and functional relationship between hypothalamus and pituitary gland