vitreous membrane

vitreous membrane definition - medical

vitreous membrane

noun
  1. A condensation of fine collagen fibers in the cortex of the vitreous body. Also called hyaloid membrane.
  2. See limiting layer of cornea.
  3. See basal layer.

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