Eye Health Examinations

What is an Eye Health Examination?

An Eye Health Examination is a comprehensive evaluation of your eyes to assess both vision and overall eye health. It typically includes the following components:

Refraction: This determines whether you need glasses or any corrective lenses to achieve clear vision.

Examination of the front of the eye: The eyelids and cornea are inspected for any abnormalities, infections, or inflammation.

Lens evaluation: The presence of cataracts, which is a clouding of the lens, is assessed.

Examination of the back of the eye: The retina and optic disc are examined using specialised instruments to check for signs of conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or optic nerve abnormalities.

Assessment of other eye structures: The overall health of other parts of the eye, such as the iris and blood vessels, is examined to identify any potential issues.

Why is an Eye Health Examination Recommended?

What Does an Eye Examination Include?

What Specialised tests may be required?

After your initial eye assessment, depending on your results, you may require further specialised tests that focus on individual structures of the eye.

Specialised tests include:

Visual field test: This medical eye test, also known as Perimetry, checks the extent and quality of your peripheral (side) vision. It helps diagnose and monitor eye conditions and neurological disorders that can affect the peripheral vision.

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): A non-invasive imaging scan that provides detailed cross-sectional images of the retina and optic nerve. It assesses the layers of the retina that cannot be seen on a slit lamp (microscope) examination. It is used to detect and monitor glaucoma, macula and retinal conditions.

Wide Angle Retinal Photography and Autofluorescence: A specialised camera that takes detailed images of your retina to detect and monitor any signs of glaucoma, macular or retinal conditions.

A-Scan Biometry: A non-invasive measurement of your eye used to calculate the most suitable intraocular lens power to ensure optimal vision correction after cataract surgery

Corneal Topography and Tomography: A painless diagnostic test used to evaluate overall corneal health, curvature and irregularities.

Lipiscan and Endothelial Cell Count: Non-invasive diagnostic tests used to thoroughly assess the surface of the eye and the health of the Meibomian glands in the eyelid for patients suffering from chronic dry eyes.

Orthoptic assessment: A specialised assessment for children with poor vision or eye turns, and adults with double vision and eye movement disorders

Throughout the examination, your Ophthalmologist and staff will explain each step and address any concerns you may have. After your assessment and tests are complete, your Ophthalmologist will sit with you and explain all your results and discuss if any treatment is required.

Regular Eye Health Examinations are important for early detection and proper management of eye conditions, ensuring good vision and overall eye well-being. Consult with your eye care professional for personalised care and guidance based on your specific needs.

After Your Eye Examination