An OCT scan is quick, non-invasive and completely painless. It is one of the many diagnostic tests a clinical assistant will perform during pre-exam testing, before your examination with the optometrist. It typically takes less than a minute per eye.
The results will then get sent through to your optometrist who will review them and then show and discuss the results with you during your appointment. It is a unique opportunity for your to see into their own eye and a visual way for you to better understand your eye health. After that, your scans will be saved onto your record so we can compare them with any new scans you get over time.