Diagnostic criteria for Macular Degeneration
Before diagnosing macular degeneration in patients, physicians rule out alternative causes of vision changes, such as glaucoma and astigmatism. Then, clinical examinations and tests are conducted, including genetic variant testing. Both eyes are examined separately; a correct diagnosis of macular degeneration is necessary to determine the type of AMD (wet or dry) in order to administer the appropriate treatment. The following assays are utilised to diagnose AMD:
Examination of the Retinal Conjunctiva
People with macular degeneration frequently have numerous drusen in the rear of the eye. With the aid of a special instrument, the doctor will examine the rear of your eye to detect the mottled appearance caused by drusen.
