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The retina is a portion of the back of the eye. Sometimes there is uneven pigmentation. It is nothing to worry about medically.

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What is a blonde retina?

"Blonde retina" refers to there being light pigmentation (as opposed to darker pigmentation) of the tissue behind the retina. People with blonde retinas sometimes complain of photosensitivity, as do some people with blue eyes and/or an astigmatism. As a person with that trifecta (blonde retinas, blue eyes, and an astigmatism), I find myself always taking efforts to avoid bright light, facing the sun, etc.


Where is the lens in your eye?

The lens in your eye is located behind the iris, in the front part of the eye just behind the cornea. It helps focus light onto the retina at the back of the eye, allowing you to see clearly at different distances.


The dark middle layer of the eye that prevents the scattering of light is the?

choroid - a highly vascular membrane in the eye between the retina and the sclera; a dark pigmentation minimizes the scattering of light inside the eye.(http://www.thefreedictionary.com/choroid)


Why is one eye whiter than the other?

One eye may appear whiter than the other due to differences in pigmentation, blood vessels, or the presence of certain eye conditions such as cataracts or inflammation. It is important to consult with an eye doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.


Where is the gene for fruit flies eye color?

The gene for fruit fly eye color is located on the X chromosome. It codes for a protein called "eye color," which determines the pigmentation in the eyes of the fruit fly. Mutations in this gene can lead to different eye colors in fruit flies.

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What is pigmented diaphragm of the eye?

The pigmented diaphragm of the eye is the iris, which is the colored part of the eye. It controls the size of the pupil, which regulates the amount of light entering the eye. The pigmentation of the iris determines a person's eye color.


Does Kensi on NCIS LA have a glass eye?

According to IMDB she has a birthmark, her other eye is hazel.


What pigment determines eye color?

The retina is a portion of the back of the eye. Sometimes there is uneven pigmentation. It is nothing to worry about medically.


What is a different color spot in an eye called?

A freckle! It's the same concept of the concentration of pigmentation as a freckle has on the skin.


Eye pigmentation and genetics of eye color?

The genetics of eye color are more complicated than previously thought. Color is determined by multiple genes. The genetics of eye color are so complex, that almost any parent-child combination of eye colors can occur.Answers.com


How are skin pigmentation disorders diagnosed?

Diagnostic tests vary for different types of skin pigmentation disorders. doctors can make a diagnosis by looking at a person's appearance.blood tests and eye exams.biopsy.a wood's lamp, or black light test.


What is a blonde retina?

"Blonde retina" refers to there being light pigmentation (as opposed to darker pigmentation) of the tissue behind the retina. People with blonde retinas sometimes complain of photosensitivity, as do some people with blue eyes and/or an astigmatism. As a person with that trifecta (blonde retinas, blue eyes, and an astigmatism), I find myself always taking efforts to avoid bright light, facing the sun, etc.


Where is the lens in your eye?

The lens in your eye is located behind the iris, in the front part of the eye just behind the cornea. It helps focus light onto the retina at the back of the eye, allowing you to see clearly at different distances.


Something behind the eye?

The retina is behind the eye The vitreous humor.