Purpose of the Procedure
- Detecting conjunctival cell damage with high precision
- Assessing the severity of chronic dry eye syndrome
- Monitoring eye response to moisturizing treatments
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A specialized diagnostic test that identifies damaged conjunctival cells caused by chronic dry eye, providing superior accuracy over traditional methods to ensure optimal eye health and comfort.
Scientific name: Lissamine Green Vital Staining
A diagnostic procedure using Lissamine Green dye to identify dead or damaged cells on the eye surface. It excels at detecting conjunctival damage often missed by traditional fluorescein staining.
Service type
Ophthalmic Diagnostic Test
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Dye instillation
- Slit-lamp examination
- Detailed medical report
Medical Service Information
Who Should Get This Test?
- Patients with chronic dry eye symptoms
- Long-term contact lens wearers
- Individuals with persistent eye irritation or redness
Lissamine vs. Fluorescein
- Lissamine is superior for visualizing conjunctival damage
- Fluorescein is better suited for corneal surface issues
- Lissamine staining is generally non-irritating to the ocular surface
Conditions & Notices
- Contact lenses must be removed 24 hours prior to the test