Lacrimal Reflex: The Science Behind Your Emotional Tears
Introduction to the Lacrimal Reflex The lacrimal reflex constitutes a fundamental, involuntary physiological mechanism defined by the rapid secretion of tears from the lacrimal apparatus in response to diverse internal or external stimuli. This reflex arc is essential for maintaining the integrity, lubrication, and defense of the ocular surface, acting as a critical component of […]