spermatocytic seminoma

Term ID

MPATH:319

Synonyms

• Spermatoma

Definition

Neoplasm of the testis usually found within the tubule. Some debate as to whether it is of germ cell origin in contrast to classical seminoma. Three types of cells are identified in spermatocytic seminomas: those with small, intermediate, and large nuclei in humans. (M-9063/3).

References

Ontology

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