Term Name: | Hensen cell |
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Synonyms: | cell of Hensen, external limiting cell of organ of Corti, Hensen's cell |
Definition: | A tall supporting cell that is arranged in rows adjacent to the last row of outer phalangeal cells. This cell type constitutes the outer border of the organ of Corti. |
Ontology: | Cell Ontology [CL:0000633] |