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Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D010903
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D010903
Preferred Name

Pituitary Gland, Anterior

Definitions
The anterior glandular lobe of the pituitary gland, also known as the adenohypophysis. It secretes the ADENOHYPOPHYSEAL HORMONES that regulate vital functions such as GROWTH; METABOLISM; and REPRODUCTION.
Synonyms
Anterior Pituitary Glands
Anteriors, Lobus
Pituitary Pars Distalis
Anterior, Lobus
Anterior Pituitary Gland
Adenohypophyses
Pituitary Glands, Anterior
Pituitary Anterior Lobe
Adenohypophysis
Lobus Anteriors
Lobus Anterior
Pars Distalis of Pituitary
Anterior Lobe of Pituitary
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