Purpose of the Procedure
- Identify the root cause of chronic dry eye
- Evaluate the efficiency of meibomian glands
- Monitor response to advanced treatments like IPL
Book Meibography for Dry Eye | Lahalak Medical Platform
Discover the root cause of your dry eye symptoms with advanced infrared imaging of the meibomian glands. This precise analysis evaluates gland structure and atrophy to guide an effective personalized treatment plan.
Scientific name: Meibography and Meibomian Gland Analysis
An advanced diagnostic procedure using infrared imaging to visualize meibomian glands in the eyelids. It assesses gland atrophy or dropout, crucial for diagnosing evaporative dry eye and tailoring effective management strategies.
Service type
Diagnostic imaging
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
No fasting required
Included Services
- Infrared gland imaging
- Gland atrophy percentage analysis
- Medical results report
Medical Service Information
Target Groups
- Individuals with chronic eye burning or grittiness
- Long-term screen users and contact lens wearers
- Patients preparing for refractive surgery (LASIK)
What the Results Reveal
- Visual confirmation of gland dropout or structural loss
- Determination if dry eye is due to oil deficiency
- Guidance for specific eye drops or clinical procedures
Conditions & Notices
- Contact lenses must be removed before the exam
- Complete removal of eye makeup is required