👉 Ophiactis refers to a type of cell in the human body that is responsible for synthesizing and regulating the hormones melatonin and pineal hormones, which regulate sleep-wake cycles and the production of melatonin, respectively. This cell also plays a role in regulating the levels of other hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, which are involved in various physiological processes including stress response and recovery from exercise or illness.
