OBO ID: ZFA:0005879
Term Name: seminiferous tubule Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • seminiferous tubules
  • sperm duct
Definition: Tubules formed by the seminiferous epithelium that contains spermatogenic cyst surrounded by somatic support cells, called Sertoli cells. The lumen of he seminiferous tubules connects to the sperm or efferent duct. (1)
Appears at: Unknown
Evident until: Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References:
Ontology: Anatomy Ontology
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