Hypothalamus Anatomy Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
_ synthesizes oxytocin
A
Paraventricular nucleus
2
Q
_ concerned with controlling sleep-wake cycle
A
Suprachiasmatic nuclei
3
Q
_ produces vasopressin
A
Supraoptic nucleus
4
Q
Vasopressin aka _
A
Antidiuretic hormone
5
Q
Vasopressin increases _
A
Water reabsorption in kidneys
6
Q
Hormones released from _ u see direct control of hypothalamus
A
Pituitary gland
7
Q
_ nuclei concerned with control of hunger and thirst (2)
A
Dorsomedial
Ventromedial
