Opthalmology - EYE ANATOMY Flashcards
1
Q
What fluid fills the vitreous chamber? [1]
A
Vitreous Humour
2
Q
Where is the anterior chamber and what fluid fills it? [2]
A
Between cornea and iris.
Aqueous Humour
3
Q
Where is the posterior chamber and what fluid fills it? [2]
A
Between the lens and the iris.
Aqueous Humour
4
Q
Where is aqueous humor produced and what is its function? [2]
A
Formed in the ciliary body and supplies the cornea with essential nutrients.
5
Q
How does aqueous humour flow? [6]
A
- Produced in ciliary body
- Around lens
- Under iris
- Through anterior chamber
- Drains through trabecular meshwork
- Finally into the canal of schlemm
6
Q
What is the range for normal intraocular pressure? [2]
A
10 - 21 mmHg
7
Q
What determines intraocular pressure? [1]
A
Resistance of flow through the trabecular meshwork
