Search Results for: cornea
Sensory Systems
A sensory system is a part of the nervous system consisting of sensory receptors that receive stimuli from the internal and... Read More
Cross-linking
Cross-linking Definition Cross-linking, in general, means the forming of cross-links between the joining structures. In... Read More
Facies posterior
Facies posterior --> posterior surface The surface of a part of the body that faces toward the posterior part of the body.... Read More
Paschen bodies
Paschen bodies particles of virus observed in relatively large numbers in squamous cells of the skin (or the cornea of... Read More
Proteoglycan
What are proteoglycans? Proteoglycans are primarily a type of polysaccharide. Structurally, proteoglycans are... Read More
Hyperosmotic
Hyperosmotic Definition What is hyperosmotic? The word hyperosmotic is derived from two Greek words: 'hyper', meaning... Read More
Xerophthalmia
Definition noun Excessive dryness of the cornea and conjunctiva Supplement The dryness of the eyes is associated with the... Read More
Goniosynechia
Definition noun, plural: goniosynechiae Synechia of the iris to the cornea in the angle of the anterior... Read More
Saline solution
Saline Solution Definition Saline solution is one the most medically-used solution, which contains sodium chloride... Read More
Lacrimal gland
Definition noun, plural: lacrimal glands Either of the two almond-shaped glands in the upper lateral part of the orbit and... Read More
Blindness – Evolutionary regression? Maybe not!
The recent Netflix's hit flick, Bird Box, surely startled the viewers with the thrilling scenarios revolving around the... Read More