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Pineal gland is a small, whitish flattened gland situated at the tip of a small fibrous stalk that arises from dorsal wall of dienceptation. It is known to secrete one hormone, which
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The pineal gland is located on the dorsal side of forebrain. It secrete a hormone called melatonin. It plays a very important role in the regulation of a 24 hours rhythm of our body. In addition, it also influences metabolism, pigmentation, the menstrual cycle as well as our defence capability.
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