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Membrane, Nictitating

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Membrane, Nictitating Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Membrane, Nictitating?

A fold of the mucous membrane of the CONJUNCTIVA in many animals. At rest, it is hidden in the medial canthus. It can extend to cover part or all of the cornea to help clean the CORNEA.

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