Comprehensive Eye and Vision Exam

Regular eye and vision examinations are an important part of preventive health care. Many eye and vision problems have no obvious signs or symptoms. As a result, individuals are often unaware that problems exist. Early diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision problems are important for maintaining good vision and eye health, and when possible, preventing vision loss.

A comprehensive adult eye and vision examination includes:

  • Patient and family health history
  • Visual acuity measurement
  • Preliminary tests of visual function and eye health including depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision and response of the pupils to light
  • Assessment of refractive status to determine the presence of nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism
  • Evaluation of eye focusing, eye teaming and eye movement abilities
  • Eye health examination
  • Additional tests as needed

Frequency of eye and vision exams:

The American Optometric Association and North Carolina Optometric Society recommend the following frequency of eye and vision examinations by age.

Patient Age

Examination Interval

 

Asymptomatic/Low-Risk

At Risk

Birth to 2 years

At 6 to 12 months of age

At 6 to 12 months of age or as recommended

3 through 5 years    

At least once between 3 and 5 years of age

At least once between 3 and 5 years of age or as recommended

6 through 17 years     

Before first grade and annually thereafter

Before first grade and annually, or as recommended thereafter

18 through 39 years

At least every two years

At least annually, or as recommended

40 through 64 years

At lease every two years

At least annually, or as recommended

65 and older

Annually

At least annually, or as recommended

*Your eye examination schedule may vary based on a multitude of factors that your optometrist will consider and discuss with you.

Schedule your comprehensive eye and vision exam today with a  NCOS-member optometrist.