Question: What is the function of pituitary glands

Michael Kimwele answered on 21 Jul 2025:

The pituitary gland, often called the “master gland,” plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions by producing and releasing hormones that control other glands in the endocrine system. Located at the base of the brain, it secretes hormones such as growth hormone (GH) for body growth, thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) to regulate metabolism, adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) to control stress response, and reproductive hormones like luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) for fertility. It also produces antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and oxytocin, which help regulate water balance and childbirth processes, respectively, making it essential for maintaining hormonal balance and overall body homeostasis.