Pineal Gland
A light-sensitive neuroendocrine organ attached to the roof of the THIRD VENTRICLE of the brain. The pineal gland secretes MELATONIN, other BIOGENIC AMINES and NEUROPEPTIDES.
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Tree Number(s): A06.300.635, A06.688.733, A08.186.211.180.200.680, A08.186.211.200.317.200.620, A08.713.733
MeSH Unique ID: D010870
Entry Terms:
- Gland, Pineal
- Pineal Glands
- Epiphysis Cerebri
- Pineal Body
- Pineal Bodies
- Corpus Pineale
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