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What does "axis" mean with regards to vision prescriptions?
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Astigmatism: The axis is the location of the major component of astigmatism in a glasses or contact lens prescription. It is a number that is from 0 to 180 degrees.
Answered 1/17/2013
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For eyes, is the "axis" on the eye prescription different from the "axial length" of the eye?
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