[Genes in the development of female genital tract]

Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue Bao. 2013 Dec;35(6):689-93. doi: 10.3881/j.issn.1000-503X.2013.06.019.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Female genital tract, which includes oviduct, uterus, and vagina, is critical for female reproduction. In recent years, animal experiments using knockout mice and genetic studies on patients with female genital malformations have contributed substantially to our understanding of the molecular mechanisms in the female genital tract development. Here we review genes that are involved in various stages of female genital tract formation and development.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Female
  • Genitalia, Female / growth & development*
  • Genitalia, Female / metabolism
  • Humans
  • Mice
  • Mice, Knockout
  • Uterus
  • Vagina