Ductus Deferens

#58 Ductus Deferens, H&E or trichrome (Masson)

Note the similarity of the lining epithelium of the ductus deferens with that of the epididymis. Characteristic of this organ is the stellate appearance of the lumen, and thick muscularis. The muscularis consists of inner longitudinal, middle circular, and outer longitudinal layers. Observe the arteries, veins and nerves that surround and penetrate the ductus deferens.