SEE FURTHER WITH OCT

OCT scans allow us to see beneath the surface of your eye, making them over 5 times more effective than regular eye exams.

What is OCT?

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging test that uses light waves to take cross-section pictures of your retina. These pictures help with early diagnosis of retinal diseases making them easier to treat.

Why it's important?

Some of the first signs of issues such as a stroke, diabetes and even some cancers can be seen in your retina, often before you have other symptoms. A retinal exam makes it easier to see them.

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"I could have gone blind or had a stroke at any time if I had left it any longer" - Suzanne Delve, patient

Patient, Suzanne Delve, and optometrist, Sohail Hakim, from Hakim Group practice Alan Miller Optometrists Irlam, on discovering a life-threatening condition from a case of blurry vision.

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"Given that he was admitted on the spot and found to have suffered a stroke I don't think it's hyperbole to say it may have saved his life" - Iain Milne, Optometrist Director

Patient Robert Adams, 75, and optometrist, Iain Milne, from Ellerker Opticians, a Hakim Group practice in Shrewsbury, on identifying signs of a stroke

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