Käbinäärme
Käbinäärme, also known as the pineal gland, is a small endocrine gland in the epithalamus of the vertebrate brain. It produces melatonin, a hormone that affects the regulation of sleep-wake cycles. The gland is shaped roughly like a pine cone, hence its name. It is located in the midline of the brain, between the two hemispheres, and is often referred to as the "third eye" in various spiritual and mystical traditions due to its supposed connection to higher consciousness and intuition.
The primary function of the pineal gland is the production and secretion of melatonin. This hormone is
While its role in melatonin production is well-established, the pineal gland has been the subject of much