Eye Anatomy Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• retina: the layer of the eye that contains light-sensitive cells that capture images and send signals to the brain.
• uveal tract: also known as the uvea, it contains the iris, ciliary body, and choroid, serving several important functions in the eye.
• tonometer: instrument used to measure the pressure inside the eye, important in the diagnosis and monitoring of glaucoma.
• sclera: the white, fibrous outer layer of the eye that provides protection and support.
• optic nerve: the nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.
• snellen chart: a standardized chart used to measure visual acuity.
• cornea: the clear, dome-shaped front surface of the eye that helps to focus light onto the retina.
• oct: non-invasive imaging technology that produces high-resolution images of the retina and optic nerve.
• lasik: surgical procedure that uses a laser to reshape the cornea and correct refractive errors.
• choroid: layer of blood vessels that nourish the outer layers of the retina.
• flurophotometer: instrument used to measure the permeability of the cornea and the rate at which drugs or other substances pass through it.
• ophthalmoscope: handheld device that allows a healthcare provider to examine the retina and optic nerve.
• iris: colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil.
• slit lamp: microscope that provides a magnified view of the eye's anterior segment, including the cornea, iris, and lens.