pineal recesses

A form of pineal recess — 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.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of pineal recess
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