hypophysis
/haɪˈpɑfəsɪs/
noun
- The pituitary gland, a small gland at the base of the brain that produces hormones controlling many body functions.
- The hypophysis is often called the master gland because it controls other glands.
- The hypophysis releases hormones that regulate growth and metabolism.
- A tumor on the hypophysis can affect vision and hormone levels.
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