Back to Basics: The Anatomy of the Eye

Just like any other organ in your body, the eye is very complex and intricate. And because it is all-seeing, that just adds to the depth of it all. Even though our doctors at Longwood Eye & LASIK Center are eye experts, it’s still nice to be an informed patient. To help you learn a thing or two about the inner workings of the eye, we have created a brief article that discusses the anatomy of the eye. Read on to learn more.

Parts of the Eye

As previously mentioned, the eye is a complex organ that reacts to both light and pressure. Although it is very intricate and has several different layers and components, we will discuss the basic portions of the eye to help you gain a better understanding of this unique organ.

• The Cornea: As the front window of the eye, the cornea is what focuses and transmits light directly into the eye so that you can see.
• The Iris: Whether your iris is green, blue, hazel, black, brown, or gray, it does one thing: helps regulate the amount of light that enters.
• The Lens: Not to be mistaken with the cornea, the lens is the transparent portion of your eye that focuses light directly onto the retina.
• Macula: As the central part of the retina, the macula is the part of the eye that allows you to focus in and see fine details clearly.
• The Retina: Composed of a layer of nerves, the retina is the back part of the eye that senses light and creates impulses that travel through the optic nerve and into the brain.
• The Optic Nerve: As one of the most complex parts of your eyes, the optic nerve is what connects to your brain and sends signals to and from it.

Schedule a Consultation

Although you won’t be tested on any of the material listed above, it’s nice to have a common understanding of your body. Whether you need to schedule an eye examination or get tested for an eye-related disease, we at Longwood Eye & LASIK Center can help you. To learn more about the anatomy of the eye or to schedule an appointment, contact Longwood Eye & LASIK Center today!