
Optomap Retinal Exam
Did you know that your retina, which is in the back of the eye, is the only place in the body where your blood vessels can be seen directly? Your eyes are a window to your health.
Examining your retina during a comprehensive eye exam allows your doctor to spot signs of eye disease, but also reveals other issues of which you may not be aware, such as heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes. For this reason, a thorough examination of your retina is a crucial part of a comprehensive eye exam.
What is an Optomap Retinal Exam?
The Optomap retinal exam is a digital image of the retina produced by Optos scanning laser technology. It is the only technology that can capture 82% view of your retina at one time.An Optomap Retinal Exam provides:
- An overview or map of the retina, giving your eye doctor a more detailed view of your retina.
- The opportunity for you to view and discuss the Optomap images of your eye with your doctor at the time of your exam.
- A permanent record for your medical file, enabling your optometrist to make important comparisons if potential problems show themselves at a future examination.
