Term Name: | neuromast |
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Synonyms: | cyatocïde@fr, lateral line neuromast, lateral line organ, neuromast organ, neuromaste superficiel@fr, neuromasts |
Definition: | Volcano-shaped lateral line sensory organ located in characteristic positions within the skin epithelium and containing hair cells and their support elements. |
Ontology: | Cell Ontology [UBERON:0008904] |