Pineal Gland

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What does the pineal gland contain?

  • Neurons

  • Pinealocytes

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What are neurons in the pineal gland?

Collaterals from visual pathways that are affected by light

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What do pinealocytes secrete?

Melatonin (at its lowest production during daylight)

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What are the functions of melatonin?

Influences circadian rhythms and is an antioxidant (reduces the effect of free radicals)

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What does the pineal gland look like?

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