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Amsler
Grid Test
 This
simple screening test is used to assess the macula (the center
of the retina). The Amsler Grid consists of evenly spaced
horizontal and vertical lines printed on black or white paper.
A small dot is located in the center of the grid for fixation.
While staring at the dot, the patient looks for wavy lines
and missing areas of the grid. This test is especially helpful
for monitoring vision at home.
The
doctor is especially interested in the following when testing
vision with the Amsler Grid:
- Are
you able to see the corners and sides of the square?
- Do
you see any wavy lines?
- Are
there any holes or missing areas?
If
the lines of grid do not appear straight and parallel or there
are missing areas, the doctor will examine the back of the
eye (macula) very closely. This test is frequently given to
patients for home use to monitor macular degeneration. When
using the test at home, notify the doctor if any changes in
the appearance of the Amsler Grid are detected.
More
information can be found by clicking
here.
Related
Links
Macular
Degeneration: What Is It?
http://www.marylandeyes.com/maculardegenerationstory.htm
Nutrition
and Age Related Macular Degeneration
http://www.marylandeyes.com/maculardegeneration-nutrition.htm
Take
a Look at the Causes and Risks
http://www.marylandeyes.com/maculardegeneration-risk.htm
Nutritional
Supplementation for AMD
http://www.marylandeyes.com/maculardegeneration-supplementation.htm
Antioxidant
Vitamins and Zinc Reduce Risk of Vision Loss
http://www.marylandeyes.com/maculardegeneration-antioxidant.htm
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