pituitary gland
US /pɪˈtuːɪtɛri ɡlænd/
UK /pɪˈtuːɪtɛri ɡlænd/
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kelenjar pituitari
a pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions and the activity of other endocrine glands
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The pituitary gland is often called the 'master gland' because it controls several other hormone glands in the body.
Kelenjar pituitari sering dipanggil 'kelenjar induk' kerana ia mengawal beberapa kelenjar hormon lain dalam badan.
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Problems with the pituitary gland can lead to various hormonal imbalances.
Masalah dengan kelenjar pituitari boleh menyebabkan pelbagai ketidakseimbangan hormon.