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Concept information

Preferred term

pineal body

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information 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.

Broader concept

Synonyms

  • pineal gland

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/37010

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