posterior pituitary

ریشه

From the Latin word 'posterior' meaning 'behind' and the Latin word 'pituitarius' meaning 'secreting mucus'.

مثال

• The posterior pituitary releases oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone.
• Damage to the posterior pituitary can lead to hormonal imbalances.
• The hypothalamus controls the release of hormones from the posterior pituitary.