What is another word for pituitaries?
Pronunciation: [pɪtjˈuːɪtəɹiz] (IPA) 
Pituitaries are small, bean-shaped organs located at the base of the brain. They produce and release hormones that regulate important bodily functions, including growth, fertility, and metabolism. There are several synonyms for the term "pituitaries," including the pituitary gland, hypophysis, and neurohypophysis. Hypophysis and neurohypophysis specifically refer to the anterior and posterior lobes of the pituitary gland, respectively. Other terms commonly used in medical literature include the master gland or the glandular brain due to its role as a key regulator of many bodily functions. Overall, these terms describe the same essential organ responsible for balancing many of our body's chemical processes.
