vestibuloocular reflex

vestibuloocular reflex
nystagmus or deviation of the eyes in response to stimulation of the vestibular system by angular acceleration or deceleration or when the caloric test is performed (irrigation of the ears with warm or cool water or air). See caloric test and harmonic acceleration test, under test.

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