Purpose of the Test
- Detect elevated levels of MMP-9 inflammation protein
- Accurately diagnose the cause of chronic dry eye
- Differentiate between simple dryness and ocular surface inflammation
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Suffer from chronic eye irritation? The advanced MMP-9 test accurately detects ocular surface inflammation causing dryness, helping your doctor choose the most effective treatment plan for immediate relief.
Scientific name: MMP-9 Point-of-Care Testing (InflammaDry)
A rapid point-of-care test that measures MMP-9 levels in tears. This protein is a key biomarker for inflammation associated with chronic dry eye, enabling precise diagnosis of ocular surface irritation and effective treatment.
Service type
Diagnostic test
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Tear film sampling swab
- Immediate analysis via InflammaDry device
- Medical result report
Medical Service Information
Who Should Take This Test
- Patients with persistent dry eye symptoms
- Individuals with chronic eye redness or itching
- Patients preparing for refractive surgeries like LASIK
Clinical Importance
- Guides the physician in prescribing targeted anti-inflammatory therapy
- Prevents the trial and error of ineffective eye drops
- Protects the ocular surface from damage caused by chronic inflammation
Conditions & Notices
- Avoid using lubricating eye drops for at least 2 hours before the test