Retina Flashcards
1
Q
what is the fundus?
A
this is an area on the retina posteriorly where light is focused
2
Q
what structures does the fundus include
A
retina
optic disc
macula
fovea
3
Q
describe the optic disc
A
point of CNII formation and only point of entry/exit for blood vessels and axons
4
Q
what vision does the optic disc give in the eye?
A
blind spot
5
Q
define the macula
A
greatest density of cones found on the retina
6
Q
what is the fovea?
A
centre of the macula as a 1.5mm diameter depression (area of most acute vision)
7
Q
where are objects in the right visual field processed in the brain?
A
left visual cortex
8
Q
where are objects in the lower visual field processed in the brain?
A
superior visual cortex
