Pituitary Gland
eaware_oldThe pituitary gland sits in a saddle shaped depression in the back of the skull below the hypothalamus. It is 3/8 inch or 1 cm in diameter. The pituitary gland…
Hypothalamus Gland
The Hypothalamus Gland The hypothalamus is part of the brain lying under the thalamus. The stalk of the pituitary gland is attached to the hypothalamus. The main function of the…
Pineal Gland
The Pineal Gland The pineal gland is located near the center of the brain, between the two hemispheres, tucked in a groove where the two rounded thalamic bodies join. It…
Endocrine System
The body's internal environment is monitored and regulated by a chemical communication network. Working alongside the nervous system, endocrine glands produce hormones that control and coordinate many bodily functions. These…