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an·te·rior pi·tu·itary gland

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  1. anterior pituitary, anterior pituitary gland, adenohypophysisnoun

    the anterior lobe of the pituitary body; primarily glandular in nature

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  1. anterior pituitary gland

    The anterior pituitary gland, also known as the adenohypophysis, is the front portion of the pituitary gland, a small pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain. It's responsible for producing and releasing a variety of hormones that regulate numerous body functions, including growth, reproduction, and metabolic processes. These hormones include growth hormone, thyroid-stimulating hormone, adrenocorticotropic hormone, luteinizing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and prolactin.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of anterior pituitary gland in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of anterior pituitary gland in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

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