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Pituitary gland
A hormone-producing gland at the base of the skull. It produces hormones regulating many aspects of body function. One of the areas it regulates is ovary and testicular function. Two important pituitary hormones influencing reproduction are follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone.
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