Question 1

how much does it cost me to go to do an eye test at a normal optometrist like torga opticals?

Accepted Answer

Try looking online: Years ago, listings were available only in printed form. By the turn of the century, lists had become available online everywhere. Now, some lists are only online, and no longer printed. County medical societies (or other local medical societies), hospitals, and insurance companies usually list doctors by name, group, insurance plans, and location. Look under Optometry or Eyeglasses.

Question 2

when i have to do an eye exam and i remove my glasses i immediately get a migraine which makes doing the test impossible. any advice?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Discuss this with your Optometry no Dr you may be able to have the exam without dilation or the darker room or a different type of lamp

Question 3

cyl eye test -2.5 means what?

Accepted Answer

Astigmatism: The 'cyl' column in your eye prescription refers to astigmatism.  You can think of astigmatism like warping on the surface of your eye -- like a football shape compared to a basketball shape.  You have 2.5 diopters of astigmatism.

Question 4

is 20/30 on a eye test passable?

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Yes but . . .: 20/30 if best corrected vision, is one line less good than the standard 20/20.  It is still good vision; for instance in many states the minimum standard for an ordinary driver's license is 20/40 so someone with 20/30 would pass that test.

Question 5

where can i go for an eye test ?

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Eye doctor: You can go to an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) for an eye test. If you want just a visual acuity test (meaning to check if you need glasses/contacts), you can go to an optometrist. I recommend googling local eye doctors in your area, or calling your PCP for a recommendation.

Question 6

what to expect for first eye test?

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Understanding: If you have not had an eye test ever in the past, then you probably have very healthy eyes at age 37.  You should see an ophthalmologist for this.  The first examination will include a measurement of visual acuity, a measurement of eye pressure, a high power microscopic view of the front of the eye and a look at the back of the eye including the retina.  Other tests might also be done.

Question 7

how to pass the air puff eye test?

Accepted Answer

Glaucoma test: The "air puff" test is just a method to measure the pressure inside your eyeball.  High pressures may require additional work up.  Without medication or surgical intervention, you cannot lower you eye pressure to "pass" the test.

Question 8

how are eye vision test generally scored?

Accepted Answer

Compared to standard: The chart used to test the eye is calibrated for normal vision at 20 feet. The outcome achieved is compared to what a normal eye can see at 20 feet. So if you can only see at 20 feet what a normal eye sees at 40 feet, your vision is considered to be 20/40. This is measured with and without corrective lenses at distance and at near. The vision with correction is considered to show the true vision.

Question 9

what to do if i had my eye test the other day..?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Was this for glasses that you might need or for some condition?   You need to supply more information to allow a proper answer to this question.

Question 10

what to expect at my eye test appointment tomorrow?

Accepted Answer

Complete eye exam: In a complete eye exam, an assistant will typically obtain your history, along with whatever medications and allergies you have.  Then your visual acuities will be checked with a refraction to determine if you need glasses.  The doctor will examine all of the structures in the front and back of your eyes, along with checking your eye pressures.  Drops may be used to dilate your pupils temporarily.

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