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Eye tests explained

A health care professional wearing gloves and examining a young woman’s eyes.
A health care professional wearing gloves and examining a young woman’s eyes.

Regular eye tests are an important health check. Find out how to prepare for your appointment and feel confident about having an eye test.

In this section

Eye examinations

Most people should have their eyes tested at least once every two years.

Before your eye examination

Having an eye examination is an important health check for your eyes. Your optometrist will be able to tell you how often you need an eye test. Most people sho…

During your eye examination

An eye examination with an optometrist is very straightforward. Your eye examination will probably last somewhere between 20 to 30 minutes.

After your eye examination

Your optometrist will always discuss the results of your eye examination with you. You may find it helpful to make notes or to ask the optometrist to write dow…

Having an eye examination at home

If you or someone you care for are unable to leave home due to a physical or mental disability or illness, you could be eligible for an eye examination at home…

Preparing for your appointment

Preparing for your appointment can help you get the most out of your time with your eye specialist. We’ve put together some useful tips to help you get ready f…

Questions to ask at your appointment

This page has questions and tips to help you make the most of your time with the eye specialist and get answers about your eye health.