Hypophyseal (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to the hypophysis.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The hypophyseal portal system plays a crucial role in regulating the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.
- Hypophyseal tumors can cause an overproduction of certain hormones, leading to a range of symptoms.
- The hypophyseal fossa is a small depression in the sphenoid bone that houses the pituitary gland.
- The hypophyseal stalk connects the pituitary gland to the hypothalamus, allowing for communication between the two structures.
- Hypophyseal function can be disrupted by injury or disease, leading to hormonal imbalances and other health problems.