Ocular anatomy: practice question

A Ophthalmology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Ophthalmology · Ocular anatomy

Sample item

Which layer contains retinal photoreceptors?

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The answer and the reasoning

B. Retina

The finding is best explained by Retina; this is the key Ocular anatomy principle that matches the presentation described in the question.

Option by option

  • A. Cornea

    Cornea does not account for the defining ocular anatomy feature.

  • B. Retina (correct)

    Correct. Retina is the appropriate conclusion for the decisive clue.

  • C. Ciliary body

    Ciliary body does not fit the symptom pattern or examination finding provided.

  • D. Iris

    Iris can occur in a different setting but is not the best answer here.

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What is the answer to this Ophthalmology question?

The best answer is B, Retina. The finding is best explained by Retina; this is the key Ocular anatomy principle that matches the presentation described in the question.

Why is "Cornea" not the answer?

Cornea does not account for the defining ocular anatomy feature.

Why is "Ciliary body" not the answer?

Ciliary body does not fit the symptom pattern or examination finding provided.

Why is "Iris" not the answer?

Iris can occur in a different setting but is not the best answer here.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Ocular anatomy in Ophthalmology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Retina is the appropriate conclusion for the decisive clue.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Ocular anatomy?

Group the red eye by what to examine and what the pupil does. Then use the flashcards and the other Ophthalmology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.