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Eye Tests – why should I have one ?Your eyesight is a precious sense, so it is very important that you have regular eye examinations, it is recommended at least every 2 years, whether you feel you need spectacles or not. Your Optometrist will not only evaluate the health of your eyes and determine any prescription needed, but can also detect early signs of general health problems, such as Diabetes and High Blood Pressure. The examination – what to expectThere are three key stages to the eye examination: 1 Vision tests to determine your visual capabilities and measure your prescription. • Visual acuity • Retinoscopy • Subjective refraction • Reading addition 2 Eye movement tests to check how well your 12 eye muscles are really working. • Cover test • Motility test • Near point of convergence 3 Eye health tests to check for signs of eye disease and some general health problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes. • Ophthalmoscopy • Tonometry • Visual field These tests are just a few of over 100 different ways your optician assess your eyesight -  The DuochromeUses the natural sensitivity of your eyes to fine-tune your prescription.  The Letter Chart The chart is used to measure the level of your vision. The smaller the letter you can read the better your vision.  The Cross Cylinder Target Fine-tunes your prescription to compensate for the natural distortions in the shape of your eye. Ask your optician about which type of test might be best suited to your needs and concerns. Information on this page has been collated using various sources, including Vision Express. Click here to visit their website for more information. |
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