What to Expect During Your Comprehensive Eye Screening: A Step-by-Step Guide

Thinking about improving your vision through LASIK eye surgery or PRK eye surgery? The first and most important step is undergoing a comprehensive eye screening test.

At Premiere Eye Referral Center & Optical, every patient receives a thorough eye evaluation to determine whether they are a suitable candidate for laser vision correction and to ensure the safest, most effective treatment plan. Our advanced diagnostic equipment allows our specialists to assess every aspect of your eye health before recommending any procedure.

If you're visiting our eye center Manila for the first time, here's what you can expect during your comprehensive eye screening.

Estimated Duration: Approximately 2 to 3 hours
Some tests require pupil dilation, which takes time to fully work. We recommend setting aside enough time for your appointment and bringing sunglasses for added comfort after the examination.

Why is a Comprehensive Eye Screening Test Important?

A comprehensive eye screening test goes beyond checking your eyeglass prescription. It evaluates the overall health of your eyes, measures your vision accurately, maps your cornea, and examines your retina to determine whether you're a good candidate for LASIK eye surgery or PRK eye surgery.

This detailed assessment also helps detect underlying eye conditions that may require treatment before vision correction surgery.

Step 1: Autorefraction

Your screening begins with Autorefraction, an automated test that estimates your current eyeglass prescription.

Using specialized equipment, the machine measures how light enters your eyes and provides an initial reading of your refractive error. While this serves as a helpful starting point, your final prescription will be confirmed later through a more detailed refraction performed by your eye doctor.

Step 2: Intraocular Pressure (IOP) Measurement

Next, your intraocular pressure (IOP) is measured.

This painless test checks the pressure inside your eyes and helps screen for glaucoma and other conditions that may affect your eligibility for refractive surgery.

Monitoring eye pressure is an essential part of every comprehensive eye screening test.

Step 3: Digital Retinopathy System (DRS)

The next step in your comprehensive eye screening test is the Digital Retinopathy System (DRS).

This advanced imaging technology captures detailed digital images of your retina, allowing your eye care specialist to detect early signs of retinal diseases and other conditions that may affect your vision. The DRS helps identify abnormalities such as diabetic retinopathy, retinal hemorrhages, macular changes, and other retinal disorders—even before noticeable symptoms develop.

The images obtained during this examination provide valuable information about your retinal health and help your ophthalmologist determine whether your eyes are healthy enough for LASIK eye surgery or PRK eye surgery, or if further treatment is needed before proceeding with vision correction.

Step 4: Corneal Tomography

Corneal Tomography is one of the most important tests for patients considering laser vision correction.

Using advanced imaging technology, this scan creates a detailed three-dimensional map of your cornea. It measures:

• Corneal thickness
• Corneal curvature
• Corneal shape
• Front and back corneal surfaces

These measurements help determine whether your cornea is suitable for LASIK eye surgery or if PRK eye surgery and SmartSight may be the safer option.

Step 5: Refraction

After the automated tests, your doctor performs a manual refraction.

This is the familiar "Which is clearer? One or Two?" vision test that fine-tunes your eyeglass prescription.

The results provide a more precise measurement of your vision and help confirm the findings from the autorefraction.

Step 6: Cyclorefraction (Pupil Dilation)

One of the most important parts of your comprehensive eye screening test is Cyclorefraction.

Special eye drops are placed into your eyes to temporarily dilate your pupils and relax the eye's focusing muscles. This allows your doctor to obtain highly accurate measurements that are not influenced by your natural focusing ability.

During this stage, patients may experience:

• Temporary blurry near vision
• Increased sensitivity to light
• Difficulty reading small text for several hours

These effects are completely normal and gradually wear off. We recommend bringing sunglasses to make your journey home more comfortable after your appointment.

Step 7: Fundus Photography

Once your pupils are fully dilated, high-resolution photographs of the inside of your eye are taken.

Fundus photography documents the condition of your retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels, providing valuable information for your ophthalmologist and serving as a baseline for future eye health comparisons.

Step 8: Retina Assessment

The final step is a comprehensive retinal examination performed by your ophthalmologist.

Your retina, optic nerve, and macula are carefully evaluated to identify any conditions that could affect your vision or your suitability for laser vision correction.

Only after reviewing all test results will your surgeon determine whether LASIK eye surgery, PRK eye surgery, or SmartSight is the best choice for your eyes.

Learn More About LASIK Eye Surgery

If you'd like to better understand the procedure, recovery, and candidacy requirements, read our detailed guide:
LASIK Surgery in the Philippines: Everything You Need to Know Before Saying Goodbye to Glasses

Maximize Your Savings on Laser Vision Correction

At Premiere Eye Referral Center & Optical, we want to make achieving clearer vision more affordable. Aside from the exclusive 5% discount for qualified uniformed personnel, eligible patients can also take advantage of our flexible payment promotions for laser vision correction procedures.

Save Up to P10,000 When You Pay in Cash

Patients who choose to pay in cash may enjoy savings of up to P10,000 on selected laser vision correction procedures. This is an excellent option for those who want to maximize their discount while investing in long-term visual freedom.

Up to 12 Months 0% Installment with BPI and UnionBank Credit Cards

If you prefer to spread out your payments, qualified cardholders can take advantage of our BPI credit card promo and UnionBank credit card promo, offering up to 12 months 0% installment on eligible procedures.

These installment options make advanced vision correction more accessible without the burden of additional interest, allowing you to undergo treatment while managing your budget comfortably.

Whether you're considering TransPRK, LASIK, Femto-LASIK, or SmartSight, our patient coordinators can help you determine the payment option that provides the best value based on your preferred method.

Promotional offers, installment terms, and eligibility requirements are subject to change without prior notice. Contact our patient coordinators for the latest details regarding our BPI credit card promo, UnionBank credit card promo, and current cash discount offers.

Your Journey to Clearer Vision Starts Here

At Premiere Eye Referral Center & Optical, our goal is to provide every patient with a safe, thorough, and personalized evaluation using advanced diagnostic technology. Whether you're exploring LASIK eye surgery, PRK eye surgery, or SmartSight, a comprehensive assessment is the key to achieving the best possible visual outcome.

Ready to Schedule Your Comprehensive Eye Screening?

Take the first step toward clearer vision today. To book your comprehensive eye screening test or if you have any questions, call or message us at +63 968 279 0171. Our team is here to guide you through every step of your vision correction journey.