Epididymis
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-004020
A coiled tube located on the posterior aspect of each testis, serving as the site for sperm maturation and storage. Spermatozoa acquire motility and fertilizing capacity as they pass through its head, body, and tail regions. The epididymis connects the efferent ducts of the testis to the vas deferens.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-004020 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 750 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202) |
| See also | Spermatozoon; Testis; Vas deferens |
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