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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

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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 a spectrum of hormones including the following: growth hormone, prolactin, ACTH, TSH, FSH, LH, melanocyte-stimulating hormone (to control skin pigmentation), ADH (to control water absorption), and oxytocin. It is known as the master gland of the body and controls most of the other endocrine glands through hormone secretions.

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