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UWDA: Secretion produced by the lacrimal gland.,MSH: The fluid secreted by the lacrimal glands. This fluid moistens the CONJUNCTIVA and CORNEA.,CSP: watery, slightly alkaline and saline secretion of the lacrimal glands which serves to moisten the conjunctiva.,FMA: Portion of secreted substance produced by the lacrimal gland.,MEDLINEPLUS: <p>You may only think of tears as those salty drops that fall from your eyes when you cry. Actually, your tears clean your eyes every time you blink. Tears also keep your eyes moist, which is important for your vision.</p><p>Tear glands produce tears, and tear ducts carry the tears from the glands to the surface of your eye. Problems with the tear system can include too many tears, too few tears, or problems with the tear ducts. Treatment of the problem depends on the cause.</p>,NCI: A fluid containing oils, mucin, and proteins, which is secreted by the lacrimal gland and cleans and lubricates the eye. (NCI),NCI: A fluid containing oils, mucin, and proteins, which is secreted
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