The lunula, or lunulae in the plural, is the visible portion of the matrix, although it may be hard to see. Skin color and other factors may make the lunulae more or less visible.

This distinctive appearance results from inflammation affecting the blood vessels in the lunula area, creating visible redness that contrasts with the normal white appearance.

You may or may not see a lunula at the bottom of each of your fingernails. Lunula are the small, white, half moon shapes found at the base of your nails, just above your cuticle. Find out why ...

Azure lunula describes the phenomenon where the moons of the fingernails take on a blue discoloration. This may indicate Wilson’s disease , also known as hepatolenticular degeneration.

The lunula was believed to have been found in the Gwithian area A Bronze Age necklace found in Cornwall in the 18th Century has returned to the county after being housed at the British Museum for ...