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1. Glossary

Hypophysis

The pituitary gland is an important hormone gland in the body. It hangs like a drop below the hypothalamus and is no larger than a pea. The pituitary gland consists of two parts, the anterior lobe (adenohypophysis) and the posterior lobe (neurohypophysis). The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland has the special property of being partially exempt from the blood-brain barrier, allowing it to release hormones directly into the blood.

1. Basics
2. Anatomy

The Pituitary Gland

The “queen of glands” regulates vital processes. It has nothing to do with colds.

21.03.2025