Pituitary Gland, Anterior Lobe (Adenohypophysis)

The anterior portion of the pituitary gland, which synthesizes and secretes a variety of hormones (e.g., GH, TSH, ACTH, FSH, LH, prolactin) under the control of the hypothalamus.

Key Functions:

• Synthesizes and secretes numerous tropic hormones.
• Controlled by releasing and inhibiting hormones from the hypothalamus.
• Regulates other endocrine glands and various physiological processes.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Pituitary Gland (part of)
• Hypothalamus (controls its function)
• Growth Hormone (GH)
• Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
• Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
• Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
• Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
• Prolactin
• Endocrine System (master gland of)