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Pupillary response — or dilation of the pupil is a physiological response that varies the size of the pupil of the eye via the iris dilator muscle. It can have a variety of causes. It may be an involuntary reflex reaction to exposure to light. Or it may indicate… … Wikipedia
pupillary reflex — n the contraction of the pupil in response to light entering the eye * * * the reflex change in the size of the pupil according to the amount of light entering the eye. Bright light reaching the retina stimulates nerves of the parasympathetic… … Medical dictionary
Pupillary light reflex — The pupillary light reflex is the reduction of pupil size in response to light.The pattern of pupillary response to light can help determine which of the cranial nerves is damaged. TypesThere are two types of response assessed for each eye:cite… … Wikipedia
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pupillary reflex — light reflex the reflex change in the size of the pupil according to the amount of light entering the eye. Bright light reaching the retina stimulates nerves of the parasympathetic nervous system, which cause the pupil to contract. In dim light… … The new mediacal dictionary
Inter-pupillary distance — InterPupillary Distance (IPD). This is the distance between the two eyes of a human being, measured at the pupils. It is significant in the design of eye glasses, binoculars, and in the need or otherwise for stereoscopic vision. See also under… … Wikipedia
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Swinging-flashlight test — The swinging flashlight test is used to help a practitioner decide whether reduced vision is due to ocular disease. ProcessFor an adequate test, vision must not be entirely lost. In dim room light, note the size of the pupils. After asking the… … Wikipedia
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