Which Of The Following Glands Is Regarded As Master Gland?

Options

A. Thyroid
B. Adrenal Gland
C. Pituitary Gland
D. Hypothalamus

Answer

C

Explanation

The pituitary gland is often called the master gland because it controls several other hormone glands in our body, including the thyroid and adrenals, the ovaries and testicles.It secretes hormones from both the front part (anterior) and the back part (posterior) of the gland. Hormones are chemicals that carry messages from one cell to another through our bloodstream.