1 It contains the retinal pigmented epithelial cells and provides oxygen and nourishment to the outer retina. The choroid forms the uveal tract, which includes the iris and the ciliary body.

Does the choroid coat contain photoreceptors?

Choroid: Layer of the eye behind the retina, contains blood vessels that nourish the retina. ... Photoreceptors: The light sensing nerve cells (rods and cones) located in the retina.

What is the choroid coat and what are its functions?

The choroid is the middle layer of tissue in the wall of the eye. ... This thin layer of tissue is made up almost entirely of blood vessels. These blood vessels supply oxygen and nutrients to the outer part of the retina. In short, the choroid is the life source that keeps the retina healthy and functioning.