The neural system is the control system of the body which consists of highly specialized cells called neurons. The neurons detect and receive information from different sense organs (receptors) in the form of stimuli and transmit the stimuli to the central neural system (CNS) through sensory nerve fibres. The central neural system is composed of the brain and spinal cord. [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Origin of Hypothalamus 2. Location and Structure of Hypothalamus 3. Hormones. Origin of Hypothalamus: Hypothalamus develops from the ectoderm of the embryo. Location and Structure of Hypothalamus: It lies below or inferior to the thalamus. It provides the anatomical connection between the nervous and endocrine systems. This connection is through the hypophysis [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Location and Structure of Adrenal Glands 2. Types of Adrenal Glands. Location and Structure of Adrenal Glands: Adrenal Glands are paired structures located on the top of the kidneys. Each adrenal gland has two parts external adrenal cortex and internal adrenal medulla. The cortex is surrounded by a fibrous capsule. Both adrenal [...]