Hypothalamic Nuclei Flashcards
1
Q
Lateral
A
Hunger
Destruction leads to anorexia
2
Q
Anterior
A
Heat dissipation
Destruction hyperthermia
3
Q
Posterior
A
Heat conservation
Destruction hypothermia
4
Q
Arcuate
A
Secretes dopamine (inhibits prolactin), growth hormone, oxytocin, trh
5
Q
Supraoptic
A
Adh and oxytocin
6
Q
Suprachiasmatic
A
Circadian rhythm regulation and pineal gland function
7
Q
Ventromedial
A
Satiety
Destruction leads to hyperphagia