Irides

What does "Irides" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Irides" is a term used in medicine that refers to the plural of "iris", which is the colored part of the eye. This part of the eye controls the size of the pupil, which is the black circle in the center of the iris that lets light into the eye. The iris is responsible for eye color and also helps regulate the amount of light that enters the eye. So, when someone refers to "irides" in a medical context, they are talking about the iris part of multiple eyes.

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