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Meaning of LIGHT REFLEX

 
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 Definition: 
[n]  reflex contraction of the sphincter muscle of the iris in response to a bright light (or certain drugs) causing the pupil to become smaller
 
 Synonyms: miosis, myosis, pupillary reflex
 
 See Also: inborn reflex, innate reflex, instinctive reflex, physiological reaction, reflex, unconditioned reflex

 

 

 

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