neurohypophysis

English

Etymology

From neuro- +‎ hypophysis.

Noun

neurohypophysis (plural neurohypophyses)

  1. (anatomy) The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland, responsible for the release of oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also called vasopressin.

Synonyms

  • posterior pituitary gland

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