The lacrimal gland lies within the orbit on the outer portion of
the upper eye. The gland continually secretes tears which moisten,
lubricate, and protect the surface of the eye. Excess tears drain
into small ducts which empty into the nasal cavity.
Review Date: 10/31/2009
Reviewed By: Linda Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
