White specks scattered in a linear pattern around the entire circumference of the iris are called:
a. drusen bodies.
b. cotton wool spots.
c. rust spots.
d. Brushfield spots.
D
Brushfield spots are characterized by white specks that align perfectly around the circumference of the iris and strongly suggest Down syndrome or mental retardation.
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