Neuroanatomy · Nervous System · Hard
Infundibulum
Meaning: The funnel-shaped stalk connecting the hypothalamus to the posterior pituitary gland.
In practice: Thickening of the infundibulum on MRI raised concern for an infiltrative process.
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Which word means: The cell body of a neuron, containing the nucleus and most of the cell's organelles.
Answer: Soma
Which word means: The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, which secretes hormones such as growth hormone, prolactin and ACTH.
Answer: Adenohypophysis
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