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HYPOPHYSEAL STALK

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Hypophyseal Stalk.

Hypophyseal Stalk - as a noun

The funnel-shaped stalk connecting the pituitary gland to the hypothalamus

Example Sentences

"The hypophyseal stalk connects the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland."
"A tumor in the hypophyseal stalk can cause hormonal imbalances."
"The injury to the hypophyseal stalk affected the secretion of growth hormone."
"The hypophyseal stalk controls the release of various hormones."
"The narrowness of the hypophyseal stalk limits the passage of certain substances."
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