Ocular Coherance Tomography (OCT)

A fast, painless scan using light to create detailed cross-sectional images of your retina and optic nerve.

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• You rest your chin and focus on a light while the machine scans, only takes a few minutes.

• Your eyes may be dilated for better imaging in some cases.

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OCT shows each layer of the retina in microscopic detail, like an "optical ultrasound". It detects early changes from conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic swelling, often before symptoms appear, and takes precise measurements, great for tracking over time.

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OCT gives a powerful, early warning system for sight-threatening conditions, catching trouble when treatment is most effective. It also helps to monitor side effects of certain medications, e.g. Plaquenil (Hydroxychloroquine), taken for Lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.