Describe the hormones the pituitary produces and what target tissues they act and their effects
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The pituitary gland, also known as the hypophysis, produces several hormones that regulate various bodily functions. These hormones can be categorized into two groups based on the lobes of the pituitary gland: the anterior lobe (adenohypophysis) and the posterior Show more…
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