LOCATED at the base of the brain, right behind the bridge of the nose.It is a small, HORMONE-producing gland(endocrine) whose SECRETIONS are essential for everyday living.It is also known as the master gland as its secretions stimulate other glands.Extra facts:Pituitary gland sizes APPROXIMATELY equal to the size of a pea and weighs about 0.5 gm.It is an endocrine gland and is also known as the master gland.It is ATTACHED to the base of the brain by a thin stalk.It controls several other hormone glands in your body, including the thyroid and adrenals, the ovaries and testicles.