Pinealocyte
The principal cell type of the pineal gland, responsible for synthesizing and secreting melatonin, which regulates circadian rhythms.
Key Functions:
- Synthesizes and secretes Melatonin.
- Responds to light-dark cycles.
- Regulates circadian rhythms (sleep-wake cycles).
- Part of the pineal gland.
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