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EMT Practice Test

Category - EMT-Basic

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Where is the pituitary gland located?

At the base of the brain
In the neck
Behind the liver
Next to the gallbladder

Explanation

Answer: A - The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain and is responsible for excreting growth hormone, prolactin, ACTH, MSH, TSH, FSH, and LH. It has two endocrine glands and is known as the master gland of the body. It regulates the function of most other endocrine glands through hormone secretion.

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