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sensory neuron

NOUN
nerve cell
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The sensory neuron cell bodies are grouped in structures called dorsal root ganglia and are shown in Figure 26.29.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Each olfactory sensory neuron has only one type of receptor on its cilia, and the receptors are specialized to detect specific odorants, so the bipolar neurons themselves are specialized.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

An olfactory receptor neuron, also called an olfactory sensory neuron, is the primary transduction cell in the olfactory system.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015

A sensory neuron can project to the CNS or to an autonomic ganglion.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Each olfactory sensory neuron has dendrites that extend from the apical surface of the epithelium into the mucus lining the cavity.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013




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