The 'master gland' of the human body is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'master gland' of the human body is the:
A. Pituitary
B. Thyroid
C. Hypothalamus
D. Adrenal
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The pituitary gland controls many other endocrine glands via tropic hormones (TSH, ACTH, FSH, LH). It is regulated by the hypothalamus. Thus, it is often called the master gland.

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