The visual field refers to the total area in which objects can be seen in the side (peripheral) vision while you focus your eyes on a central point.
Perimetry; Tangent screen exam; Automated perimetry exam; Goldmann visual field exam; Humphrey visual field exam
Confrontation visual field exam: This is a quick and basic check of the visual field. The health care provider sits directly in front of you. You will cover one eye, and stare straight...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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