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Wolffian duct

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Anatomy and Physiology I

Definition

The Wolffian duct, also known as the mesonephric duct, is an embryonic structure in mammals that develops into the male reproductive organs if stimulated by testosterone. In the absence of testosterone, it degenerates, allowing female reproductive structures to develop from other embryonic tissues.

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