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anterior pituitary

Definition: The anterior glandular lobe of the pituitary gland, also known as the adenohypophysis. It secretes the adenohypophyseal hormones that regulate vital functions such as growth; metabolism; and reproduction.
Definition Source: Medical Subject Headings 2012
Used For: adenohypophysis; anterior pituitary gland
Spanish: pituitaria anterior

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