Hypothalamic
Hypothalamic
Hypothalamic (pronunciation: hy·po·tha·lam·ic /ˌhīpəTHəˈlamik/) is an adjective that refers to the hypothalamus, a small region of the brain that plays a crucial role in many important functions, including releasing hormones and regulating body temperature.
Etymology
The term "hypothalamic" is derived from the Greek words "hypo" meaning "under" and "thalamus" meaning "inner room". It refers to the location of the hypothalamus in the brain, which is situated beneath the thalamus.
Related Terms
- Hypothalamus: The part of the brain that the term "hypothalamic" refers to. It is responsible for certain metabolic processes and other activities related to the autonomic nervous system.
- Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis): A complex set of direct influences and feedback interactions among the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland, and the adrenal glands.
- Hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis (HPG axis): A similar system to the HPA axis but with a focus on the interactions between the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland, and the gonads.
- Hypothalamic disease: A disorder presenting primarily in the hypothalamus, which may result in increased or decreased hormone levels, leading to various health problems.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hypothalamic
- Wikipedia's article - Hypothalamic
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