Pituitary Hormones

[Rachel4]

When should someone have all the pituitary hormones checked instead of just checking TSH?

Anyone know anything about this?

[Smilerdeb]

The pituitary is a small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that functions as "The Master Gland." From its lofty position above the rest of the body it sends signals to the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, ovaries and testes, directing them to produce thyroid hormone, cortisol, estrogen, testosterone, and many more. These hormones have dramatic effects on metabolism, blood pressure, sexuality, reproduction, and other vital body functions. In addition, the pituitary gland produces growth hormone for normal development of height and prolactin for milk production

Hopefully that will answer your question.
I had mine checked via Labs and CT scan as there was a time when my Doctor thought I may have a tumour.
Glad to say there wasnt and all worked out well.