Hypothalamus structures and functions Flashcards by Josh Spiegel | Brainscape

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supraoptic nucleus

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makes ADH

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Paraventricular nucleus

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makes oxytocin

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lateral area

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responsible for hunger, inhibited by leptin

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ventromedial area

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responsible for satiety, stimulated by leptin

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Anterior hypothalamus (pre-optic)

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cooling (parasympathetic), releases GnRH

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Post hypothalamus

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heating (sympathetic)

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Suprachiasmatic nucleus

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circadian rhythm

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Dorsomedial nucleus

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stimulates GI

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Arcuate nucleus

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regulates pituitary

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