Abstract
An adequate flow of tears is important for the normal function of the eye. The tears serve several purposes, such as providing an optically uniform field, a lubricating and antibacterial function, as well as nourishing the cornea. The lacrimal gland, accessory lacrimal gland tissue, and secretions of the meibomian and mucous glands of the conjunctiva contribute to the formation of tears.
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Heyman, S., Katowitz, J.A. (1985). Dacryoscintigraphy. In: Pediatric Nuclear Medicine. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4757-1874-4_15
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