Ovotestis
Ovotestis
Ovotestis (pronounced: ovo-testis) is a term used in the field of medicine and biology to describe a type of gonad that contains both ovarian and testicular tissue. This condition is most commonly found in certain types of hermaphroditic organisms, but can also occur in humans due to various genetic and developmental abnormalities.
Etymology
The term "ovotestis" is derived from the Latin words "ovum" meaning egg, and "testis" meaning witness. The term is used to describe the unique combination of both female (ovarian) and male (testicular) reproductive tissues in a single organ.
Related Terms
- Gonad: A general term for the reproductive organs in animals and humans that produce gametes. In males, these are the testes, and in females, the ovaries.
- Hermaphrodite: An organism that has both male and female reproductive organs. In many cases, these organisms can produce both sperm and eggs.
- Intersex: A term used to describe a variety of conditions in which an individual's reproductive or sexual anatomy does not fit typical definitions of male or female.
- Dysgenesis: A type of abnormal development or growth, often related to the gonads or reproductive system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ovotestis
- Wikipedia's article - Ovotestis
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