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sensory epithelial cell

Term ID
CL:0000098
Synonyms
  • neuroepithelial cell
Definition
A specialized epithelial cell involved in sensory perception. Restricted to special sense organs of the olfactory, gustatory, and vestibulocochlear receptor systems; contain sensory cells surrounded by supportive, non-receptive cells. (2)
References
  • BTO:0004301
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