hypophyseal stalk

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Noun hypophyseal stalk has 1 sense

hypophyseal stalk - the funnel-shaped stalk connecting the pituitary gland to the hypothalamus
--₁ is a kind of infundibulum
--₁ is a part of pituitary, pituitary gland, pituitary body, hypophysis

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Hypophyseal Stalk

Definition:

The hypophyseal stalk, also known as the infundibulum, is a narrow, funnel-shaped structure that connects the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland. It serves as a conduit for neuroendocrine communication between the two structures.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: The anatomical structure connecting the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland.

Sample Sentence:

The release of hormones from the hypothalamus is transmitted to the pituitary gland through the hypophyseal stalk.

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