| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6287632 | Hearing Research | 2011 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
⺠The epithelial cells bounding the lumen of the inner ear maintain low endolymphatic [Na+]. ⺠Low [Na+] supports normal hearing and balance. ⺠Endolymphatic Na+ is taken up by the cells through apical Na+-permeable ion channels. ⺠Cytosolic Na+ is discharged into perilymph by the basolateral Na+,K+-ATPase. ⺠Na+ absorption is regulated by glucocorticoid and purinergic signal pathways.
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Authors
Sung Huhn Kim, Daniel C. Marcus,