English

Noun

lacrimal fluid ‎(plural lacrimal fluids)

1. Fluid secreted by the lacrimal glands consisting of water, mucin, lipids, lysozyme, lactoferrin, lipocalin, lacritin, immunoglobulins, glucose, urea, sodium, and potassium. The lacrimal fluid lubricates the eye and fights against bacteria.

Synonyms

• tear fluid

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