Corneal Thickness
Central & peripheral Corneal curvature/keratometry readings , colored contour map
Central Corneal Thickness – CCT (pachymetry)
- Instrument/s: Ultrasound pachymeter
Purpose of the test: Measure central corneal thickness
Indications: Glaucoma, Refractive errors, Keratoconus
Contraindications:
Time duration: 5 minutes
Preparations for test: Local anesthesia with alkane
Side effect: Irritation for drops, Mild epithelial defect
Place:
Which types of a patients are suitable? Age above 5 years