What is "rete testis"

n. (context anatomy English) A hilar testicular network that collects produced sperm from the seminiferous tubules, and connects with the efferent ducts.

n. network of tubules carrying sperm from the seminiferous tubules to the vasa efferentia

The rete testis is an anastomosing network of delicate tubules located in the hilum of the testicle ( mediastinum testis) that carries sperm from the seminiferous tubules to the efferent ducts. It is the counterpart of the rete ovarii in females. Its function is to provide a site for fluid reabsorption.