Ocular Anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
When does a cherry eye occur?
A
When the lacrimal gland is displaced
2
Q
What percentage of tears are produced in the superficial gland of the 3rd eyelid?
A
40%
3
Q
What are the layers of organization of the eye?
A
Outer fibrous coat
Middle vascular coat (uvea)
Inner neural coat (retinal tissue)
4
Q
What is the outer fibrous coat made of?
A
Cornea and sclera
5
Q
What is the middle vascular/uvea coat composed of?
A
Iris
Ciliary body
Choroid
6
Q
What is the inner neural coat/retinal tissue made of?
A
Pars optica retinae
Pars ciliaris retinae
Pars iridica retinae
7
Q
What is the visual part of the retinal tissue?
A
Pars optica retinae
8
Q
What is the path of light?
A
Cornea Aqueous humor in the anterior chamber Pupil Aqueous humor in the posterior chamber Lens Vitreous humor Retina Choroid
9
Q
What is the flow of aqueous humor?
A
Ciliary processes Posterior chamber Pupil Anterior chamber Trabecular meshwork at the iridocorneal angle Sceleral venous sinuses General circulation
10
Q
What is the lens held in place by?
A
Zonular fibers
