The base of some of these cells is held in a cup-shaped depression by Deiters cells.
The base of some of these cells is held in a cup-shaped depression by Deiters cells. They're not in the kidney, but aminoglycosides, and loop diuretics such as furosemide, are toxic to these cells, some of which express the motor protein prestin on their plasma membranes. Patches of these cells known as maculae exist in the saccule and utricle. The age-related degeneration of these cells is termed presbycusis. Tip links connect a unique feature of these cells to the kinocilium. These cells repolarize when stretch-sensitive channels open, allowing K+ ions to escape, and depolarize when their stereocilia deflect, causing positive ions to pour in from the (*) endolymph. Cranial nerve VIII receives input from these cells in the cristae of the semicircular canals. One inner row and three outer rows of these cells make up the basilar membrane inside the Organ of Corti, where they detect changes in air pressure. For 10 points, name these cells that serve as sensory receptors for the vestibular and auditory systems in the ear.
The base of some of these cells is held in a cup-shaped depression by Deiters cells.
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