Ophthalmic Assistant

Category - Ophthalmic Imaging

Which exam uses placido discs to visually and quantitatively depict the amount of astigmatism present in the cornea?
  1. Fundus photography
  2. Heidelberg retinal tomography
  3. Corneal topography
  4. Slit-lamp photography
Explanation
Answer: C - Corneal topography

A corneal topography uses placido discs to visually and quantitatively depict the amount of astigmatism present in the cornea. Also known as a photokeratoscopy, this imaging technique maps the surface curvature of the cornea.
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