Melatonin and Sleep Regulation — Flashcards

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The _____ nucleus of the hypothalamus is responsible for our circadian rhythm, which regulates the sleep cycle

Circadian rhythm: The suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) controls the release of _____, which stimulates the pineal gland to secrete melatonin

Sleep is divided into two stages, _____ and non-REM

Which nucleus of the hypothalamus is responsible for the diurnal variation of ACTH levels?_____

Cortisol levels are highest just before _____ and lowest in the evening

Glucocorticoid (cortisol) secretion is _____ and diurnal (daily) in nature, oscillating with a circadian rhythm

Pontogeniculo-occipital spikes are characteristic of _____ sleep

Melatonin and Sleep Regulation Flashcards for NEET-PG

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