Epididymis

**Semantic type:** Body Part, Organ, or Organ Component

**Definition:** A crescent-like structure located in the upper and posterior surfaces of the testis. It consists of the efferent ductules and the duct of the epididymis. It facilitates the maturation of sperm that is produced in the testis.

**Synonyms:** - EPIDIDYMIS - Epididymal - epididymis - epididymis