Question

Which of the following gland is present in brain stem?

• A. Hypothalamus
• B. Pituitary gland
• C. Pineal gland
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Pineal gland

• The pineal gland is a small endocrine gland in the brain stem.
• The pineal gland produces melatonin, a serotonin-derived hormone which modulates sleep patterns in both circadian and seasonal cycles.
• The shape of the gland resembles a pine cone from which it derived its name.

Hence, Pineal gland is present in the brain stem.

So, the correct answer is 'Pineal gland'.