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What is Afferent component of corneal reflex is mediated by and explain in detail?
Ans. (c) Trigeminal nerveRef: Fuller Neurological examination made easy 3/e, p. 102The afferent component of corneal reflex is mediated through the ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve (Vth nerve).The efferent component is mediated through the facial nerve (VIIth nerve).Following corneal stimulation:* Failure of either side of face to contract = Nasociliary nerve lesion* Failure of only one side to contract = Facial nerve lesion.