How much does pituitary gland weigh?

Answer 1

Bizarrely, the pituitary gland is no bigger than a pea, even though it is known as the 'master gland', due to the large number of hormones it produces, and its importance in controlling various body functions. If you don't believe me, check out this link for an accurate diagram of the pituitary gland and its location in the brain.

Answer 2

Pituitary gland rests upon the hypophysial fossa of the sphenoid bone in the center of the middle cranial fossa and is surrounded by a small bony cavity (sella turcica) covered by a dural fold. It is not in the frontal bone but at the base of the skull.

Answer 3

The pituitary gland weighs approximately 0.5 grams in an adult human.

Answer 4

it is as big a elephant it is as big a elephant

Answer 5

The pituitary gland is about as big as a pea

Answer 6

Growth, Blood pressure and sex organs it is also no bigger then a pea

Answer 7

Parathyroid glands are normally the size and shape of a grain of rice. Occasionally they can be as large as a pea and still be normal.

Answer 8

It is a small body, or gland, of reddish-gray color, cone-shaped, attached to the floor of the third ventricle of the brain, in front of the cerebellum. The size is around 10 cubic mm.

Answer 9

It is the largest endocrine gland, and it weighs about 20 grams.

Answer 10

The pituitary gland is found at the middle of the base of the brain over the back of the sinus cavity.