VISUAL FIELD TEST

Visual Field Testing in Melbourne – In-Clinic & Home-Based Options

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At Mount Waverley Eye Surgeons, we provide advanced visual field (VF) testing to assess how wide an area you can see and how sensitive your vision is within that area. This test is essential in diagnosing and monitoring glaucoma, optic nerve disorders, and certain neurological conditions.

Regular visual field testing allows your specialist to track changes over time, helping to determine whether your condition is stable or progressing.

Why a Visual Field Test is Important

• Glaucoma detection & monitoring – Early detection of vision loss before noticeable symptoms

• Neurological assessment – Identifying visual changes linked to stroke, brain injury, or tumours

• Treatment monitoring – Assessing how well medications, laser, or surgery are controlling your eye condition

Before Your Test

Please bring your reading and distance glasses to your appointment, as wearing the correct prescription can improve accuracy. Basic lenses are available in the clinic if needed.

Types of Visual Field Testing We Offer

1. Standard Visual Field Test

This is performed one eye at a time, with the other eye covered by an eye patch.

• You will sit in front of a dome-shaped machine in a darkened room to minimise distractions.

• A small central target will be your focus point.

• Lights of different brightness and sizes will appear from various angles. Press a buzzer whenever you see a light.

• The process is repeated for the other eye.

2. Melbourne Rapid Fields (MRF) Perimeter – Fast, Flexible & Home-Ready

Melbourne Rapid Fields is a clinically validated, tablet-based visual field test that provides accurate results in just a few minutes per eye.

• Can be performed in the clinic or securely from home via an online link

• Ideal for patients requiring more frequent monitoring or who have difficulty attending the clinic

• Uses proven algorithms for reliable glaucoma and neurological condition detection

• Allows your specialist to review results remotely for timely advice and treatment adjustments

Test Duration & Results

• Time: Around 10–15 minutes for both eyes

• Driving: This is not a driving licence test. Separate binocular testing is required for VicRoads assessment.

• Results: Your ophthalmologist will review the findings and discuss them with you at your next appointment.

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Book Your Visual Field Test in Melbourne

Whether you need a standard glaucoma visual field test or the convenience of home-based visual field monitoring, our clinic offers the latest technology to protect your sight.

📞 Call us on 03 8080 1082 or Book Online to arrange your appointment at Mount Waverley Eye Surgeons.