イメージHealth checkup facilities offering Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) in Tottori
An examination that observes the blood vessels at the back of the eye to assess the effects of arteriosclerosis and diabetes.
What Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) can reveal & when to get it
This examination observes the blood vessels, retina, and optic nerve at the back of the eye (the fundus). The fundus is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be directly visualized, making it possible to assess the effects of diabetes, hypertension, and arteriosclerosis.
Main conditions it can detect and evaluate
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Hypertensive retinopathy
- Arteriosclerotic changes
- Glaucoma
- Age-related macular degeneration
When to consider this test
Particularly recommended for individuals who have been told they have diabetes or hypertension, and for those at risk of lifestyle-related diseases. It is also conducted under certain conditions as part of specified health checkups.
Screening interval: Optional to standard checkup item. For those with diabetes or hypertension, approximately once a year (consult your physician).
Benefits
- ○Blood vessels can be directly observed
- ○Complications of diabetes and hypertension can be detected at an early stage
- ○Painless and quick
Points to note when getting tested
- !If mydriatic (pupil-dilating) eye drops are used, light sensitivity and blurred vision may persist for several hours
- !Driving on the day of the examination should be avoided after pupil dilation
- !Depending on the findings, a detailed examination at an ophthalmology clinic may be required
Facilities offering Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) in Tottori
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Frequently asked questions about Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) in Tottori
Where can I get Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) in Tottori?
Tottori has 1 health checkup facilities offering Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination), of which 1 are member facilities of the Japan Society of Ningen Dock and Preventive Medicine. You can compare them by price, access, and test content in the facility list on this page.
What conditions can Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) detect?
This examination observes the blood vessels, retina, and optic nerve at the back of the eye (the fundus). The fundus is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be directly visualized, making it possible to assess the effects of diabetes, hypertension, and arteriosclerosis. It is mainly used to detect and evaluate conditions such as Diabetic retinopathy, Hypertensive retinopathy, Arteriosclerotic changes, Glaucoma, Age-related macular degeneration.
Who should get Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination), and how often?
Particularly recommended for individuals who have been told they have diabetes or hypertension, and for those at risk of lifestyle-related diseases. It is also conducted under certain conditions as part of specified health checkups. As a general guideline, the recommended screening interval is Optional to standard checkup item. For those with diabetes or hypertension, approximately once a year (consult your physician).. For details, please consult the physician at your chosen facility.
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