| Eye
Exam
Steps that you can expect in a typical eye exam include:
• Case History: Review of your general health,
medications you may be taking, working environment, hobbies, etc.
You will also be asked to describe any vision problems you may be
experiencing.
• Internal & External Eye Health: An
internal and external examination of your eyes for signs of possible
disorders, such as cataracts or retinal problems.
• Visual Acuity: A test of your ability to
see clearly at all distances.
• Refraction: A test for your eyes’
ability to focus light rays exactly on the retina from a distance
and close-up.
• Tononometry: Measures the fluid pressure
in the eye and is an important test in
detecting glaucoma.
• Visual Coordination: A test
for eye coordination
and muscle control.
• Focusing Ability: Measures your
eyes ability to change focus.
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