Corneal Anatomy

The term cornea is derived from which Latin translation?

• Corn

• Horn

• Shell

The following are true with regards to corneal function, EXCEPT

• Protection

• Transparency

• Reflection

• Structural support

The cornea has 3 tissue origins, they are?

• Ectoderm

• Mesoderm

• Endoderm

• Neural crest cells

What is X representing?

• Surgical limbus

• Anatomical limbus

What structure is shown in this picture?

The picture is showing a structure in the cornea. The following is true about this structure, EXCEPT

• Increases with age

• Active role in synthesis and transport of fluid across cornea

• Single layer of flattened simple squamous cells

• Has tight junctions

The diagram is showing flattened modified fibroblasts. What are they called?

The arrow is showing detachment of the ...

What is the image showing ?

• Superficial punctate keratitis

• Hassal - Henle Bodies

• Guttata

The diagram shows a corneal structure that comprises 90% of the cornea. Name it.