Mesonephric duct

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007221",
  "term": "Mesonephric duct",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A paired embryonic duct that develops from the intermediate mesoderm and is associated with the mesonephros, an embryonic kidney. In males, it differentiates into the epididymis, vas deferens, and seminal vesicle, forming part of the reproductive tract. In females, it largely degenerates, leaving only vestigial structures.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Wolffian duct"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "duct",
    "mesonephros",
    "vas deferens",
    "vestigial"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 778 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/mesonephric-duct/"
}