Pituitary gland

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The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain, and is an essential component of the endocrine system. The gland is attached to the hypothalamus and secretes hormones such as antidiuretic hormone (ADH), oxytocin, and prolactin.

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Endocrine system
Adrenal gland - Corpus luteum - Hypothalamus - Ovaries - Pancreas - Parathyroid gland - Pineal gland - Pituitary gland - Testes - Thyroid gland - Hormone