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pituitary gland

/pɪˈtjuːɪtəri ɡlænd/

翻译: 位于脑底部的一个豌豆大小的内分泌腺,分泌激素调节生长、代谢、生殖及其他重要身体功能。

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/pɪˈtjuːɪtəri ɡlænd/C1formalmedical
  • zh位于脑底部的一个豌豆大小的内分泌腺,分泌激素调节生长、代谢、生殖及其他重要身体功能。

A small pea-sized endocrine gland located at the base of the brain that produces and releases hormones controlling growth, metabolism, reproduction, and other vital bodily functions.

  1. Endocrine glandB2formal

    A small pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that controls growth, metabolism, and other glands.

    zh内分泌腺

    • The pituitary gland is often called the 'master gland' of the body.
    • A tumor on the pituitary gland can affect hormone production.
    • Doctors monitor the pituitary gland for signs of dysfunction.