Eye

Picture of eye anatomy

In a normal eye, light passes through the pupil and is focused by the lens onto the retina at the back of the eye. The retina converts light into electrical impulses that are carried to the brain. The brain interprets the impulses as visual images.

Credits

ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerE. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerSteven T. Charles, MD - Ophthalmology
Last RevisedJuly 20, 2011
By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: July 20, 2011
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Steven T. Charles, MD - Ophthalmology

© 1995-, Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.