Screening for a specific requirement
A vision screening checks aspects of how well you see and may be part of a physical or an employer requirement. The test required by your organization determines what needs to be measured and documented.
Screening can identify a need for further assessment. It does not replace a complete eye examination with an eye care specialist. Ask the clinic about any specialized vision test your organization requires.
What to expect
A common visual-acuity screening uses a chart to check distance vision, often assessing each eye separately. Your clinic can explain which screening methods it provides and how results are recorded.
Bring the glasses or contact lenses you usually wear and tell the provider about any change in your sight.
Call with your exam requirements
Before visiting, give the clinic the participant’s age and the exact form or protocol. Ask whether the required screening can be completed and whether it needs to be combined with another exam.
- Bring the requesting organization’s form and any authorization.
- Confirm any requested color-vision, near-vision, or other specialized screening rather than assuming it is included.
- Ask the organization which examiner and result format it accepts.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get glasses prescribed at this visit?
This service is a screening. Ask an optometrist or ophthalmologist about a full eye exam and a glasses or contact-lens prescription.
Can you complete a vision test for my employer?
Call the clinic with the employer’s form and exact testing requirements so staff can confirm the available service.
Is vision screening available for children?
Confirm your child’s age and the requested exam with the clinic. Different ages and programs can require different screening methods.
Should I bring my glasses or contacts?
Yes, bring the corrective lenses you normally use and any paperwork specifying how the screening should be performed.