Damage of pineal gland may influence all of the following except
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a
electrolyte balance
b
body temperature
c
defence capability
d
menstrual cycle
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.