posterior hypothalamic region

hypothalamus posterior

The part of the hypothalamus posterior to the middle region consisting of several nuclei including the medial mamillary nucleus, lateral mamillary nucleus, and posterior hypothalamic nucleus (posterior hypothalamic area). The posterior hypothalamic area is concerned with control of sympathetic responses and is sensitive to conditions of decreasing temperature and controls the mechanisms for the conservation and increased production of heat.

Type Nerve
Parent Structure regional part of brain
Latin Name hypothalamus posterior
FMA ID 62029

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the posterior hypothalamic region?
The part of the hypothalamus posterior to the middle region consisting of several nuclei including the medial mamillary nucleus, lateral mamillary nucleus, and posterior hypothalamic nucleus (posterior hypothalamic area). The posterior hypothalamic area is concerned with control of sympathetic respo
What is the Latin name for the posterior hypothalamic region?
The Latin name for the posterior hypothalamic region is hypothalamus posterior.

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