This structure regulates ovulation by secretion of FSH and LH after it is activated by GNRH.
The products of magno·cellular neurons are stored in this organ. This structure is in the middle of an "axis" activated by stress. It's located at the base of the sella turcica in the sphenoid bone. Somatotropic cells in this organ are activated an hour after the onset of sleep. A tumor on it leads to Cushing's disease due to an excess of (*) cortisol in the body. The posterior portion of this organ stores oxytocin and prolactin. This structure regulates ovulation by secretion of FSH and LH after it is activated by GNRH. It also releases ADH and growth hormone upon stimulation by the hypothalamus. For 10 points, name this gland at the base of the brain.
The products of magno·cellular neurons are stored in this organ.
pituitary gland [or anterior pituitary; or posterior pituitary]