Sharpey Fiber

Sharpey fiber is a unique structure found in the human pituitary gland. It was discovered in the 19th century by the Italian anatomist Francesco Maria Piazzinta and named after the Italian pathologist and anatomist Michael Sharpey. Sharpey's fibers are the most active cells in the brain and pituitary gland. They play an important role in controlling many body functions such as growth, metabolism, reproduction and stress.

The unique structure of Sharpey fiber consists of a longitudinal cylindrical shape with a thickening between them. This structure provides a high speed of signal transmission necessary for regulating the body's hormonal balance. One of the key hormones regulated by Sharpey's fibers is the hormone