pars intermedia

American

[pahrz in-ter-mee-dee-uh] / ˈpɑrz ˌɪn tərˈmi di ə /

noun

Anatomy.

pituitary gland

Etymology

Origin of pars intermedia

1905–10; < New Latin: intermediate part

Example Sentences

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He has Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction, also known as Cushing’s Disease, which is a common condition for older horses and ponies.

From Washington Times

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