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keratoidea


Meanings
  • noun

    Keratoidea is a term used in anatomy to describe small, round, bony structures found in the eye, specifically in the choroid plexus.

    - "The keratoidea are important for maintaining the structure of the eye."
    - "During an eye examination, the doctor may use a microscope to examine the keratoidea."

Variants
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keratitides , keratitis , keratitises
Etymology
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The term 'keratoidea' comes from the Greek word 'keras', meaning horn, and 'oides', meaning resembling. This refers to the small, bony structures' horn-like shape.


Trivia
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  1. The keratoidea are not found in all eyes.

  2. The number and size of the keratoidea can vary between individuals.


Related Concepts
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  1. Choroid plexus: The choroid plexus is a structure in the brain that produces cerebrospinal fluid. The keratoidea are located in the choroid plexus of the eye.


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In medical literature, the term 'keratoidea' is primarily used to describe these structures in the eye. There are no known cultural or historical significance beyond this.

How to Memorize "keratoidea"

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