Specialty Testing

Specialty Testing at our Excelsior Branch

MYAH Optical Biometer + Corneal Topographer for Myopia

Our MYAH Optical Biometer + Corneal Topographer is an advanced imaging system designed to support proactive myopia management for children and young adults. By precisely measuring axial eye length and creating detailed maps of the cornea, MYAH allows us to detect and monitor myopia progression with exceptional accuracy.

Optical Coherence Tomography for Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration

Optical Coherence Tomography is a non-invasive imaging test that may be performed as a standard part of your regular, comprehensive exams, or you may be able to request this test as an addition to your usual exam. Optical Coherence Tomography uses light waves to take cross-section images of your retina, which is the area of light-sensitive cells at the back of your eye that is responsible for receiving light and transmitting it into messages that are sent up to the brain. The technology behind OCT enables your eye doctor to see each of the different layers that make up the retina. By being able to see these and measure them, they can obtain a much clearer picture of the overall health and condition of your eyes.

OPTOS Retinal Imaging Testing for Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration

Optos technology is based on the principle of ultra-widefield retinal imaging, which allows for a wider and more detailed view of the retina compared to traditional imaging techniques. The Optos system consists of a specialized camera that captures high-resolution images of the retina using scanning laser ophthalmoscopy (SLO) and optical coherence tomography (OCT) technologies. SLO provides a wide-field view of the retina, while OCT allows for cross-sectional imaging, providing valuable insights into the various layers of the retina.

Visual Field Testing for Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration

Visual field testing is a method to measure the entire scope of vision of an individual, including their peripheral/side vision. Visual field testing is one of the most effective diagnostic treatments in the detection of glaucoma. This is because when patients are affected by glaucoma, it is usually the peripheral vision that is affected by their condition first. However, it can also be used to detect central or peripheral retinal diseases, eyelid conditions such as drooping, optic nerve damage and conditions that affect the visual pathways from the optic nerve to the area of the brain where this information is processed into vision.