Where is the Pituitary Gland Located

Question

Where is the pituitary gland located?
A)Within the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone
B)Between the cerebrum and cerebellum,inferior to the occipital lobe
C)On the posterior surface of the thyroid gland
D)On the tracheal surface,inferior to the larynx
E)Within the third ventricle of the brain

Accepted Answer

The pituitary gland is located within the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone, which is a bony structure at the base of the skull behind the bridge of the nose.