Diagnostic Testing and Monitoring Services

Diagnostic testing and monitoring

The rate at which damage to the optic nerve occurs is different from individual to individual. The important thing to remember is that when glaucoma damage is detected, it is irreversible. This underscores the importance of early screening, diagnosis, and monitoring.
The most important tools in addition to clinical exam at our disposal for diagnosis and disease monitoring are the following:
Optic Nerve Head Pictures: This allows us to keep a historic photograph to compare baseline and future examinations.

Optical Coherence Tomography of the Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (OCT RNFL): This is a non-invasive picture that measures the thickness of the retinal nerves that comprise your optic nerve. It is important to make an early diagnosis and continue monitoring disease progression.

Visual Field Testing: This is an invaluable tool to determine how well the optic nerve is functioning and allows us to monitor if further optic nerve function has been lost. Most patients find this test cumbersome and feel they do not perform well. You are not alone and this feeling is not uncommon! The machine is programmed quite intelligently and can detect various parameters such as you falling asleep, missing lights, or pressing the button for lights when you should not be.

We only ask that you follow our technicians instructions, give it your best try, and allow the doctor to interpret your results for you.

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At Texoma Retina and Glaucoma, our focus is on providing the most progressive cutting-edge vitreo-retinal services in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.

Opening Hours

Calls are taken 24/7 for emergencies

MONDAY
08.00 AM – 05.00 PM
TUESDAY
08.00 AM – 05.00 PM
WEDNESDAY
08.00 AM – 05.00 PM
THURSDAY
08.00 AM – 05.00 PM
FRIDAY
08.00 AM – 05.00 PM

Available on Saturday and Sunday for Emergency only. Call for appointment

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