👉 The term "postrhinal" is a medical term that refers to the region of the brain responsible for the development and function of the hypothalamus, which is an important part of the pituitary gland. It is located in the midbrain, just above the anterior horn cell layer. In the postrhinal region, hormones such as growth hormone (GH) are released from the pituitary gland to regulate body growth and development. The pituitary gland itself plays a crucial role
