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Eye Examination Equipment

From Troy Bedinghaus, O.D., About.com

Updated: July 13, 2007

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If you have never had a comprehensive eye examination, you may be surprised at the number of tests your eye doctor will perform. A complete eye exam involves the use of many pieces of equipment and several instruments. The photo gallery below will show you what to expect to see at your next visit to the eye doctor.
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Images 1-11 of 11

  1. Exam Room
  2. Retinal CameraRetinal Camera
  3. PhoropterPhoropter
  4. Binocular Indirect OphthalmoscopeBinocular Indirect Ophthalmoscope (BIO)
  5. Manual KeratometerManual Keratometer
  6. AutorefractorAutorefractor
  7. Slit LampSlit Lamp
  8. TonometerTonometer
  9. LensometerLensometer
  10. RetinoscopeRetinoscope
  11. Direct Ophthalmoscope
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