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this is just a start - article needs to be generalised to avoid giving the impression only relevant to human anatomy
The '''pituitary gland''' located at the base of the brain and is part of the human body's [[endocrine system]]. The pituitary is sometimes referred to as the "master gland" because it secretes [[hormones]] that act directly on [[organ]]s as well as influencing the secretions of other glands. The pituitary is controlled by the [[hypothalamus]].
The '''pituitary gland''' located at the base of the brain in humans and many animals and fish, and is part of the human body's [[endocrine system]]. The pituitary is sometimes referred to as the "master gland" because it secretes [[hormones]] that act directly on [[organ]]s as well as influencing the secretions of other glands. The pituitary is controlled by the [[hypothalamus]].
== Pituitary Functions ==
== Pituitary Functions ==