The Many Roles of the Pituitary

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The Many Roles of the Pituitary

From an endocrinologic perspective, the diversity of roles in which the pituitary gland contributes, even at a high level, warrants a degree of awe.

We will take a closer look at the pituitary hormones responsible for each of these functions.
Table 5: The Many Roles of the Pituitary
Roles of thePituitary
Growth Lactation
Metabolism Pain Management
Fertility Fluid Balance
Stress Response Healing
Skin Pigmentation Parturition
Mood Appetite