Purpose of the Assessment
- Determine the extent of corneal damage caused by chemical preservatives.
- Differentiate between natural dry eye and medication-induced irritation.
- Develop a treatment plan utilizing preservative-free alternatives.
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Suffering from chronic irritation due to eye drops? This clinical assessment detects toxicity from preservatives like BAK, helping you choose safe alternatives to ensure ocular surface health and lasting comfort.
Scientific name: Preservative Sensitivity (BAK) Impact Analysis
A comprehensive clinical evaluation of the ocular surface to detect the impact of preservatives in chronic eye drops, diagnosing irritation and identifying suitable preservative-free treatment alternatives.
Service type
Clinical assessment
Duration
20-30 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Microscopic ocular surface exam
- Tear film stability assessment
- Current medication list review
Medical Service Information
Target Groups
- Glaucoma patients using long-term therapeutic eye drops.
- Chronic dry eye sufferers not responding to conventional treatments.
- Individuals experiencing burning or redness immediately after drop application.
Symptoms Requiring Analysis
- Unexplained chronic eye redness.
- Persistent foreign body sensation in the eye.
- Vision fluctuations related to the timing of eye drop use.
Conditions & Notices
- Bring all currently used eye drop bottles
- Stop wearing contact lenses 24 hours before the exam