Florescein staining of cornea (eye)
Description
This is a test that uses orange dye (fluorescein) and a blue light (ultraviolet light) to detect scratches, burns, and foreign bodies in the cornea of the eye. The test is most effective when used with a slit lamp.
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Common Complications
None
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