| pituitary gland |
a gland at the base of the brain. The pituitary secretes several different hormones involved in key metabolic processes.
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| pitting |
A concentrated attack by oxygen or other corrosive chemicals in a boiler, producing a localized depression in the metal surface.
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| pitta |
An Ayurvedic body type.
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| Pitocin |
trade name for artificial oxytocin (see above), the hormone that causes contractions during labor. Often called 'pit'.
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| pituitary |
A gland located at the base of the brain which produces hormones that regulate endocrine activity. Pituitary hormones affect the adrenal glands, thyroid, kidneys, and sexual glands.
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