Ophthalmic Assistant

Category - Patient Services and Education

The levator muscle connects to what structure?
  1. Retina
  2. Tarsus
  3. Cornea
  4. Lens
Explanation
Answer: B - Tarsus

The levator muscle connects to the tarsus. The levator muscle elevates and retracts the upper eyelid. Damage to this muscle, or its innervation, can cause ptosis, also known as drooping eyelid.
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