How to read an eye examination report
Oct 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Cheng
Introduction
In general, a vision report includes results of the eye examination and visual acuity test, with "R" indicating the right eye and "L" the left eye. The recorded data typically reflects the visual condition of each eye, including whether myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism is present. If any abnormalities are found in the test results, it is recommended to consult a doctor promptly and take appropriate treatment measures.
In general, a vision report includes the results of a refraction test and visual acuity examination. Typically, "R" indicates the right eye and "L" indicates the left eye. The recorded data reflects the visual condition of each eye, including whether there is myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or astigmatism. The specific details are as follows:
In the vision examination form, the R column shows data for the right eye, while the L column shows data for the left eye. "S" stands for sphere, indicating the lens power for nearsightedness or farsightedness. A "+" sign before the S value indicates hyperopia (farsightedness), while a "-" sign indicates myopia (nearsightedness). "C" usually represents cylinder, which indicates the degree of astigmatism. A "+" sign before the C value indicates hyperopic astigmatism, while a "-" sign indicates myopic astigmatism. "A" refers to the axis, which denotes the orientation or direction of the astigmatism. "PD" stands for pupillary distance, which is the distance between the centers of the pupils of the two eyes.
If any abnormalities are found in the test results, it is recommended to consult a doctor promptly and take appropriate treatment measures.
