4B: the hypothalamus, pituitary, target organ axis Flashcards
Andrew Beard (3 cards)
1
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what is the posterior pituitary?
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- composed of nervous tissue
- secretes hormones made in the hypothalamus
2
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what is the anterior pituitary?
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- composed of glandular tissue
- hypothalamus exerts control over the anterior pituitary by secreting releasing hormones or inhibiting hormones
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