Back to the Basics: Accurately Interpreting OCT and Visual Fields

So your Optometrist ordered an OCT....Let’s talk about it It’s a quick, painless scan that allows us to see the layers in your retina. Tiny changes in these layers can be the first signs of problems like — — Macular Degeneration — Glaucoma — Diabetic Eye Disease many more These changes can occur before you begin to notice symptoms. So yes, and OCT might be apart of your exam, but don’t worry! This little scan helps us to stay ahead and protect your vision for the long term. #lasvegaseyedocs #opt

OCT Scan at Dr. Parthasarathy Memorial Eye Hospital An OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) scan is a quick, painless, and non-invasive test that uses light waves to capture highly detailed cross-sectional images of the retina and optic nerve. This advanced imaging helps our specialists detect and monitor conditions like glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, and other retinal diseases at an early stage. With precise visuals of your eye’s internal structures, OCT s