Urogenital sinus

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012470",
  "term": "Urogenital sinus",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An embryonic structure that forms during development and gives rise to parts of the urinary and reproductive systems. In males, it contributes to the bladder, urethra, and prostate gland, while in females, it forms the bladder, urethra, and lower vagina. Its differentiation is influenced by hormonal signals.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "anal canal",
    "cloaca",
    "urogenital",
    "urethra",
    "vagina",
    "ventral"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 817 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/urogenital-sinus/"
}