The pineal gland is located in the midline of the brain. More specifically, it's situated outside the blood-brain barrier and attached to the roof of the third ventricle by a short stalk. It is a small, highly vascularized neuroendocrine organ.
Here's a breakdown:
- Location: Midline of the brain.
- Attachment: Connected to the roof of the third ventricle via a short stalk.
- Protection: Located outside the blood-brain barrier.
- Description: Small (100-150 mg), highly vascularized, and a secretory neuroendocrine organ.
