Anatomical structures

Lacrimal apparatus

Lacrimal apparatus
Anatomical structures Lacrimal apparatus

Synonym(s) - Tear Gland - Tear Apparatus - Tear Gland

Definition: The tear-forming and tear-conducting system that includes the lacrimal glands, eyelid margins, conjunctival sac, and tear drainage system.

Generic term(s)

  • Sensory organs
  • Eye
  • Tear apparatus

See also

  • Nasolacrimal duct

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