Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) Practice Exam

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Which gland is considered the 'master' gland of the human body?

Thyroid gland
Adrenal gland
Pituitary gland
Pineal gland

The correct answer is: Pituitary gland

The pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain, is considered the 'master' gland of the human body because it produces and regulates many hormones that control the functions of other endocrine glands. The other options, such as the thyroid gland, adrenal gland, and pineal gland, also play important roles in the human body but do not have the same level of control and influence as the pituitary gland. For example, the thyroid gland regulates metabolism and the pineal gland secretes the hormone melatonin, which helps control sleep patterns. However, these functions are more specific and do not have the same overall impact on the body as the pituitary gland.