Amsler Grid Eye Test
"A test for the early detection of retinal diseases.
This is how you can perform this test:
- Cover one eye with your hand and fixate on the point in the middle with the open eye (distance to the screen 30 to 40 cm).
- Then test the other eye, also 'one-eyed'.
If you use reading glasses, you must wear them for the test!
If any of the following effects occur:
- You do not see the point in the middle
- Gray veil or holes
- Dark or blurred spots
- Boxes of different sizes
- Distorted or bent lines
you should not hesitate to see your eye doctor. This also applies if you notice changes when looking at tile joints or window crosses.
Attention: The self-test with the Amsler grid complements regular eye examinations, but does not replace them!
