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Dry Eye Syndrome : Tests

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Dry eye syndrome
Signs include:Reduced visual acuityThick corneaTests may include:Slit lamp (biomicroscope) exam of the film of tears (a dye such as fluorescein may be placed in the eye to make the tear film more visible)Schirmer's test -- measures the rate of tea...
Source:ADAM
Date:October 6, 2008

Specific Tests Articles

Physical examination
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Schirmer's test
Schirmer''s test determines whether the eye produces enough tears to keep it moist.The health care provider will place paper strips under the eyelid, usually the bottom one. Both eyes are tested at the same time.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 1, 2009
Slit-lamp exam
The slit-lamp examination looks at structures that are at the front of the eye.The slit-lamp is a low-power microscope combined with a high-intensity light source that can be focused to shine in a thin beam.You will sit in a chair with the instrum...
Source:ADAM
Date:January 21, 2009
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