Assistant Prof. Physiology

MBBS, Dip. Card, M.Phil TCM(China),

MCH

Endocrinal Functions of Hypothalamus and

pituitary Gland

INTRODUCTION AND FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY

The hypothalamic-pituitary unit forms a unique component of the entire endocrine system that regulates growth, lactation, fluid homeostasis, and the functions of thyroid gland, adrenal glands, and gonads.

Development of Pituitary gland

Anatomical subdivisions of pituitary gland

Pars tuberalis.

Folliculostellate cells.

1. Control of Anterior pituitary Function

2. Control of posterior pituitary function

Schematic diagram to explain anatomical and functional relationship between hypothalamus and pituitary gland