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Why do they do that test for your field of vision?
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Many reasons: Field of vision tests are designed to check for abnormalities in your vision that may not be noticeable otherwise. Certain diseases have a particular pattern of field loss (ie glaucoma) and can help with diagnosis.
Answered 1/29/2015
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