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conjunctival fornix

Term ID
UBERON:0010307
Synonyms
  • conjunctiva fornix
  • forniceal conjunctiva
  • fornix conjunctiva
Definition
The space formed by the junction of the bulbar and palpebral portions of the conjunctiva, that of the upper lid being the superior conjunctival fornix (fornix conjunctivae superior) and that of the lower lid, the inferior conjunctival fornix (fornix conjunctivae inferior); the fornix is loose and flexible, allowing the free movement of the lids and eyeball. anna
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