Re: Optical Coherence Tomography question


EyeTech wrote:

> I haven't read up that much on risks, but I believe it is more like
> ultrasound. I will check the manual and get back to you.

The OCT is not an ultrasonic device, but utilizes a beam of light in
the 700-800 nm range. While I have not had it performed on me, I have
observed that patients have not displayed any signs of discomfort. The
peak senstivity of the rods is in the 500-600 nm region.

DrG

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