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Pineal Gland

Medical Definition: 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.
Guide Notes: neopl: do not consider PINEALOMA a synonym: coord PINEAL GLAND (IM) with BRAIN NEOPLASMS (IM) + histol type of type (IM)

Pineal Gland Medical Definitions and Terms

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