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Damage of pineal gland may influence all of the following except

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a

electrolyte balance

b

menstrual cycle

c

body temperature

d

defence capability

answer is A.

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Electrolyte balance is due to ADH released by posterior pituitary (not pineal gland).

Pineal secretes a hormone called melatonin. It helps in maintaining the normal rhythms of sleep-wake cycle, body temperature. In addition, melatonin also influences metabolism, pigmentation, the menstrual cycle as well as defense capability.
 

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