OPHTHALMIC EXAMINATIONS

A slit-lamp biomicroscope will be used to evaluate the front portion of the eye on a microscopic level. This instrument allows for optical sectioning of the eye in a similar fashion to what is possible with histopathology, or tissue sectioning of the globe. Next, the back of the eye, or retina and optic nerve, will be evaluated using indirect ophthalmoscopy and a series of condensing lenses.

Veterinary Eye Clinic is also equipped with the ability to perform specialized ophthalmic tests such as tonometry and gonioscopy for glaucoma, ocular ultrasound for evaluation of intraocular masses and orbital disease, and electroretinographic testing for retinal disease. Anterior and posterior segment (retinal) photography is also utilized for accurate monitoring of ocular disease over time in patients.