== Pituitary Gland (Hypophysis) ==
[[File:HistologicChapter14Pituitary.jpg|thumb|200px|Pituitary Gland]]
The term “master gland” is frequently applied to the pituitary gland because its hormonal secretions control essential body functions such as body growth, sexual development and maturation and reproduction and regulate the activities of the adrenals and thyroids.
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== Thyroid ==