Preferred Label : Hypothalamus;
NCIt related terms : BRAIN, HYPOTHALAMUS; Hypothalamic structure (body structure);
NCIt definition : An important supervisory center in the brain, rich in ganglia, nerve fibers, and synaptic
connections. It is composed of several sections called nuclei, each of which controls
a specific function. The hypothalamus regulates body temperature, blood pressure,
heartbeat, metabolism of fats and carbohydrates, and sugar levels in the blood. Through
direct attachment to the pituitary gland, the hypothalamus also meters secretions
controlling water balance and milk production in the female. The role of the hypothalamus
in awareness of pleasure and pain is well established in the laboratory. It is involved
in the expression of emotions, such as fear and rage, and in sexual behaviors. Despite
its numerous vital functions, the hypothalamus in humans accounts for only 1/300 of
total brain weight, and is about the size of an almond. Structurally, it is joined
to the thalamus; the two work together to monitor the sleep-wake cycle.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: The area of the brain that controls body temperature, hunger, and thirst.; CDISC: A small region of the brain composed of multiple nuclei and located underneath
the thalamus.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000046359; 67923007;
Origin ID : C12458;
UMLS CUI : C0020663;
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