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What is the function of the hypothalamus?


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Hypothalamus:

  1. Hypothalamus is a minute region, almost the size of an almond, present at the centre of the human brain, near the pituitary gland.
  2. Hypothalamus controls various functions of our body.
  3. The hypothalamus aids in the synthesis of hormones and in controlling body temperature, hunger, and thirst.
  4. It releases various hormones like GHRH, Dopamine, Somatostatin etc.

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