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Indispensable Role of Ion Channels and Transporters in the Auditory System.
Journal of cellular physiology - 1 Apr 2017
Mittal Rahul, Aranke Mayank, Debs Luca H, Nguyen Desiree, Patel Amit P, Grati M'hamed, Mittal Jeenu, Yan Denise, Chapagain Prem, Eshraghi Adrien A, Liu Xue Zhong
Abstract excerpt
Ear is a complex system where appropriate ionic composition is essential for maintaining the tissue homeostasis and hearing function. Ion transporters and channels present in the auditory system plays a crucial role in maintaining proper ionic composition in the ear. The extracellular fluid, called endolymph, found in the cochlea of the mammalian inner ear is particularly unique due to its electrochemical...
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