If you don't currently wear glasses or contact lenses, you might find that when you think of an eye test the picture conjured up in your mind is the card and chart of your school days. While eye tests when you were a child were great for identifying those who might need help in correcting problems with their vision, eye tests have come a long way since.These days eyes tests combine traditional testing methods with new techniques and technologies to get an in-depth picture of the health of your eye. For those that do wear contacts or glasses, regular eye tests are essential for making sure that their prescription is up to date and best for their eyes. For those that don't at the moment, tests can identify if there are any signs of weakness in the eyes.While many people wouldn't consider having an eye test unless they are having problems with their vision or are experiencing commonly known side effects such as headaches, eye tests are for much more than checking whether you are long or short sighted. Advances in technology mean that these tests can now help spot the warning signs for other aspects of eye health.For example, an eye test will allow opticians to pick up on the early signs of eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts and can also be vital in the early detection of health problems such as diabetes or high blood pressure. This means that eye examinations are far more in-depth than ever before.When you go for an eye test, you'll find that your optometrist will be interested in much more than how clearly you can read the infamous letter chart. They will also compile a detailed history and details of your lifestyle, they will also use autorefraction to determine your baseline prescription and they will use tonometry to measure the pressure in your eyes - this is vital as it's a key factor in identifying glaucoma.Your optometrist will also conduct a slit lamp exam, allowing them to look at your cornea, conjunctiva, lids, iris and lens under high magnification with the help of a microscope and a small beam of light. They will also be examining the strength and flexibility of your eye muscles and carrying out a full retinal exam, to ensure that they have a broad and comprehensive picture of the health of your eyes.A modern eye test may sound complicated, but your optometrist will talk you through the process and ensure that you get the best out of your exam.
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