Preliminary Testing
Preliminary Testing, to initially define the patient s visual function, ocular
health, and related systemic health status. The preliminary tests include an
assessment of ocular motility, binocular vision, and accommodation; the
interrelationship of these functional aspects of vision is especially critical
for clear, comfortable vision for reading and other close work. The following
areas may be assessed:
- General observation of the patient s overall appearance and mobility
- Observation of external ocular and facial areas
- Neurological evaluation of pupil responses to light
- Extraocular muscle movements and eye tracking
- Binocular eye alignment
- Focusing skills
- Binocular depth perception
- Optomap retinal exam
- Color vision
Patients who present for a comprehensive examination may have an Optomap
retinal exam completed. This cutting edge technology utilizes a scanning laser
ophthalmoscope to record a 200 degree digital image of the retina so that any
changes can be followed. The Optomap is an excellent educational tool since the
digital image is available to the faculty doctor to more clearly explain any
retinal changes to the patient. The Optomap represents a permanent digital
documentation of each patient s retinal health.
Comprehensive Exams include:
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