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tectorial membrane [tek′tȯr·ē·əl ′mem‚brān] (anatomy) A jellylike membrane covering the organ of Corti in the ear. A strong sheet of connective tissue running from the basilar part of the occipital bone to the dorsal surface of the bodies of the axis and third cervical vertebra. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| [6,8] More specifically, type II collagen is a significant component of the osseous spiral lamina, the spiral limbus, and the tectorial membrane. |
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