The pituitary gland is a ductless endocrine gland that is split into two main parts: the anterior pituitary gland and the posterior pituitary gland. The pituitary gland is often referred to as the "master gland" because it produces hormones that control the rest of the endocrine system, such as the "thyroid gland, adrenal glands, ovaries, and testes" (endocrineweb.com). The pituitary gland itself is found behind the nose and at bass of the brain (patient.info). The posterior pituitary is the smaller, posterior lobe of the pituitary gland, and it is located inferior to the hypothalamus, the portion of the brain that maintains homeostasis, and it is also located posterior to the anterior pituitary gland. Furthermore, the posterior pituitary is
