Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Pituitary Function Tests

Examinations that evaluate functions of the pituitary gland.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

Structured Summary

Abstract

Examinations that evaluate functions of the pituitary gland.

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Synonyms

6 entry terms
  • Pituitary Gland Function Tests
  • Function Test, Pituitary
  • Function Tests, Pituitary
  • Pituitary Function Test
  • Test, Pituitary Function
  • Tests, Pituitary Function

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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Indexing Annotation

test of pituitary function or hormonal secretion: do not confuse with PITUITARY-ADRENAL FUNCTION TESTS, test of pituitary function in relation to adrenal function or corticoid production

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History Note

77,66-67; was PITUITARY GLAND FUNCTION TESTS 1968-76

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NLM Classification

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Pituitary Function Tests. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D010901. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D010901
  2. Pituitary Function Tests. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q73347319