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pituitary body

/pɪˈtjuːɪtəri ˈbɒdi/

翻译: 位于脑底部的一个豌豆大小的内分泌腺,能分泌调节生长、代谢和生殖的激素。又称垂体。

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/pɪˈtjuːɪtəri ˈbɒdi/C1formalmedical
  • zh位于脑底部的一个豌豆大小的内分泌腺,能分泌调节生长、代谢和生殖的激素。又称垂体。

A small pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones regulating growth, metabolism, and reproduction. Also known as the hypophysis.

  1. Endocrine glandC1formal

    A small pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones controlling growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

    zh内分泌腺

    • The pituitary body secretes growth hormone essential for development.
    • Damage to the pituitary body can cause hormonal imbalances.
    • Doctors examined the pituitary body using an MRI scan.