Human Tear pH. Diurnal Variations
Carney, Leo G. & Hill, Richard M. (1976) Human Tear pH. Diurnal Variations. Archives of Ophthalmology, 94(5), pp. 821-824.
Abstract
Using a closed chamber microelectrode system, the tear pH levels of sixteen subjects were monitored throughout the waking extent of five days. In addition to the absolute mean pH differences found among subjects, diurnal patterns of pH change could be identified for the majority. The amplitudes and periods of these cycloid patterns, however, were distinctive to each individual. Also, tear pH levels following periods of prolonged eye closure were found to be notably more acid than those associated with the waking hours.
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| ID Code: | 3099 |
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| Item Type: | Journal Article |
| Additional Information: | Self-archiving of the author-version is not yet supported by this publisher. For more information, please refer to the journal’s website (see link) or contact the author. Author contact details: l.carney@qut.edu.au |
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| Keywords: | Circadian Rhythm, Hydrogen, Ion Concentration, Tears/, analysis, Adult, Female, Humans, Male, Methods, Sleep, Wakefulness |
| ISSN: | 0003-9950 |
| Subjects: | Australian and New Zealand Standard Research Classification > MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES (110000) > OPTOMETRY AND OPHTHALMOLOGY (111300) |
| Divisions: | Current > QUT Faculties and Divisions > Faculty of Health Current > Institutes > Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation |
| Copyright Owner: | Copyright 1976 American Medical Association |
| Deposited On: | 19 Jan 2006 |
| Last Modified: | 15 Jan 2009 16:54 |
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