Definition of "neurohypophysis" []

• The posterior portion of the pituitary gland, having a rich supply of nerve fibers and releasing oxytocin and vasopressin. (noun)

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• "The funnel shaped infundibulu from the hypothalamus connects to the posterior pituitary or neurohypophysis"
• "Hatton GI (1999) Astroglial modulation of neurotransmitter / peptide release from the neurohypophysis: present status"