Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a cutting-edge imaging technique that captures high-resolution, cross-sectional images of the retina using light waves. This non-invasive test allows optometrists to examine the deeper layers of your eye with microscopic precision, helping detect and monitor various eye conditions.

At Optometrists’ Clinic Inc., we use OCT technology as part of our comprehensive eye exams in Edmonton, Westlock, and Leduc to ensure early detection of vision-threatening conditions and provide accurate diagnoses.

An OCT scan is a powerful diagnostic tool that allows optometrists to detect eye diseases in their earliest stages—often before symptoms appear. Some of the most common conditions it helps diagnose and monitor include:

• Glaucoma – Measures the thickness of the optic nerve to track early signs of glaucoma.
• Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) – Detects structural changes in the macula that can lead to central vision loss.
• Diabetic Retinopathy – Identifies retinal swelling and abnormal blood vessels related to diabetes.
• Macular Holes & Epiretinal Membranes – Detects damage or scarring on the macula that can cause blurred vision.
• Retinal Detachment – Helps identify areas where the retina is pulling away from the back of the eye.

Because Optical Coherence Tomography exams provide a highly detailed view of the retina, they allow our Edmonton optometrists to identify even subtle changes that may indicate progressive eye disease.