Anterior pituitary gland
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The anterior pituitary gland consists of endocrine tissue. These tissues secrete hormones into the bloodstream in response to chemical signals from the hypothalamus. It secretes 6 major hormones.
| Hormone | Major Functions |
| Thyroid-stimulating Hormone (TSH) | Stimulates thyroid hormone release |
| Follicle-stimulating Hormone (FSH) | Stimulates sex steroid production |
| Luteinizing Hormone (LH) | Stimulates sex steroid production |
| Adrenocorticotrophin (ACTH) | Stimulates cortisol release |
| Growth Hormone (GH) | Stimulates growth |
| Prolactin | Stimulates milk production |