Cornea

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The Cornea is the transparent, circular part of the front of the Eyeball.  It contains no Blood Vessels and is extremely sensitive to Pain.

 

Biological Function of the Cornea

Nervous System

 The Cornea is involved in the Sense of Sight - it refracts the light entering the Eye onto the Lens.

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of the Cornea

Carbohydrates

 Keratan Sulfate (Keratan Sulfate I form) is a structural constituent of the Cornea.

 

Peptides

 Glutathione concentrates in the Cornea (where it exerts Antioxidant effects).  [1]

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