👉 Hypoperigea is a type of endocrine gland in the human body, specifically found in the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. These glands regulate various bodily functions by secreting hormones into the bloodstream. The hormone prolactin plays a crucial role in stimulating milk production through the mammary glands in mammals. Hypoperigea is a term used to describe the absence of endocrine hormones, such as prolactin or thyroxine, that are necessary for normal development