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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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