Impression Cytology of the Lid Wiper Area
Title:
Impression Cytology of the Lid Wiper Area
Author:
Muntz, Alex
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Publication Information:
Cambridge, MA MyJoVE Corp 2016
Physical Description:
online resource (421 seconds)
Series:
Medicine
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Abstract:
We collected, stained and imaged cells from the conjunctiva of the inner eyelid margin of human subjects. By characterizing cell morphology and metabolic activity, this method may further our understanding of dry eye and the role that friction between the ocular surfaces may play in perceiving ocular discomfort.
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Electronic Access:
https://www.jove.com/t/54261