Topography And Vasculature Flashcards
1
Q
What is the neural tunic?
A
Retina. Responsible for getting responses to the brain
2
Q
The retina is whe window into?
A
The CNS and cardiovascular system
3
Q
What is phototransduction
A
Light energy transformed into a neural signal, signal is modified in the retina
4
Q
What are the first three cells of the visual pathway that are isolated in the retina?
A
- photoreceptors
- bipolar cells
- ganglion cells
5
Q
What are the inner 9 layers of the retina referred to as?
A
Sensory or Neural retina
6
Q
What is the outermost 10th layer of the retina?
A
RPE