ora serrata

the most anterior portion of the retina, located adjacent to the ciliary body. The normal retinal layers are attenuated in the ora serrata. Also called ora terminalis.

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November 23rd 2024

risk factor

a clearly defined behavior or constitutional (e.g., genetic), psychological, environmental, or other characteristic that is associated with an increased possibility or likelihood that a disease or disorder will subsequently develop in an individual. Compare protective factor.