pineal recess
pineal recess · pineal recesses
A small anatomical space or diverticulum at the posterior of the brain's third…A small anatomical space or diverticulum at the posterior of the brain's third ventricle, where it extends into the pineal gland; believed to be a key site for the hormone melatonin to enter the cerebrospinal fluid.
Meaning
1 sensesA small anatomical space or diverticulum at the posterior of the brain's third ventricle, where it extends into the pineal gland; believed to be a key site for the hormone melatonin to enter the cerebrospinal fluid.
Origin
From pineal + recess.From pineal + recess.
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Forms
plural: pineal recesses| Singular | pineal recess |
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