adenohypophysis

(noun)

the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, producing and secreting several peptide hormones that regulate many physiological processes including stress, growth, and reproduction

Related Terms

Examples of adenohypophysis in the following topics:

  • Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis

    • The anterior pituitary gland, or adenohypophysis, is surrounded by a capillary network that extends from the hypothalamus, down along the infundibulum, and to the anterior pituitary.