hypothalamus

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A specialized brain region of the ventral diencephalon arising near the end of the segmentation period; the embryonic hypothalamic region will give rise to the posterior pituitary gland as well as a number of brain nuclei. [ZFA]. One of the most important functions of the hypothalamus is to link the nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland (hypophysis).[Wikipedia].

Type Gland
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure regional part of brain
Latin Name Hy
FMA ID 62008

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hypothalamus?
A specialized brain region of the ventral diencephalon arising near the end of the segmentation period; the embryonic hypothalamic region will give rise to the posterior pituitary gland as well as a number of brain nuclei. [ZFA]. One of the most important functions of the hypothalamus is to link the
What body system is the hypothalamus part of?
The hypothalamus is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the hypothalamus?
The Latin name for the hypothalamus is Hy.

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