Advanced Eye Exam with OCT Scan

One of the most thorough eye exams in Aberdeen

Our advanced eye exam combines an OCT scan with an ultra-wide optomap image. Together, they give us the most detailed view of your eye health available, and they can be added to your NHS eye exam for only £50.

Both tests are quick and painless. There are no drops involved; they simply use light to capture detailed images of your eyes.

What is an OCT scan?

OCT (optical coherence tomography) is the best way to detect eye disease at the earliest possible stage.

It takes a 3D scan of the retina, so we can see the surface as well as the layers underneath. That lets us pick up small, early changes that would otherwise go unnoticed.

Over time, we build up a picture of your eye health and can spot changes long before they affect your vision.

What is an optomap?

An optomap takes a 200-degree photo of the retina, covering around 80% of it. The standard retinal photo taken during an NHS eye exam covers 45 degrees, so we can see far more of the back of your eye than ever before.

What can it detect?

These tests are especially useful for picking up glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, macular holes, high blood pressure, posterior vitreous detachments, retinal tears and holes, retinal tumours and peripheral retinal degenerations. You can read more about the most common of these on our eye exams page.

Book your advanced eye exam

Just ask your optometrist on the day, or mention it when you book online. If you’ve got any questions about whether it’s right for you, get in touch, and Lindsey will be happy to help.