supraduction

sursumduction

 [sur″sum-duk´shun] the turning upward of a part, especially the eyes.

su·pra·duc·tion

(sū'pră-dŭk'shŭn), The upward rotation of one eye. Synonym(s): sursumduction

su·pra·duc·tion

(sū'pră-dŭk'shŭn) The upward rotation of one eye.
Synonym(s): sursumduction.

elevation of the eye

Upward rotation of an eye. It is accomplished by the superior rectus, inferior oblique, lateral rectus (very slightly) and medial rectus (very slightly) muscles. It can be produced voluntarily or by using base-down prisms. Syn. supraduction; sursumduction.