Nov 11, 2025 · A visual field test measures how well you can see above, below, and on either side of you. This test can help diagnose diseases of the eye, optic nerve, and central nervous system.

As a very, very general guideline, you can look at the density / size of the field defect, the pattern standard deviation, and the mean deviation (MD) to see if it is worsening.

Feb 10, 2024 · Tabletop visual field analysis is the gold standard for assessing the functional component of glaucoma and following patients over time to look for progression of disease, but the test results …

Apr 4, 2023 · There are well-known patterns in the test results that help providers recognize certain types of injury or disease. By repeating visual field tests at regular intervals, providers also can tell …

A visual field test measures the entire area seen by the eye, encompassing both central and peripheral vision. This examination determines the sensitivity of your vision across a broad field, mapping out …

Mar 5, 2025 · Visual field testing is one way your ophthalmologist measures how much vision you have in either eye, and how much vision loss may have occurred over time. A visual field test can …

Oct 31, 2024 · Accurate results from the visual field tests are essential for diagnosing potential eye conditions as well as monitoring changes over time. What is a visual field test used for? Visual field …