Cones

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Description

Cones are light-sensitive Cells (Photoreceptors) that are located within the Retina of the Eyeball.

 

Biological Function of Cones

Nervous System

 Cones are involved in the Sense of Sight - they are concerned with the discrimination of color (via Iodopsins).

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of Cones

Amino Acids

 Taurine may enhance the function of the Cones.  [1]

 

Lipids

 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) concentrates in the Cones and may enhance the function of the Cones.  [2]

 

These Ailments may Interfere with Cones

Eyesight Ailments

 Damage to and death of Cones occurs during the progression of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

 Degeneration of the Cones occurs during the progression of Retinitis Pigmentosa.

 

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