neurohypophysis formation

Term ID

GO:0048849

Synonyms

• neurophysis biosynthesis
• neurophysis formation
• posterior pituitary biosynthesis
• posterior pituitary formation
• posterior pituitary gland biosynthesis
• posterior pituitary gland formation

Definition

The process that gives rise to neurohypophysis. This process pertains to the initial formation of a structure from unspecified parts. The neurohypophysis is the part of the pituitary gland that secretes hormones involved in blood pressure regulation.

References

Ontology

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