Losing Side Vision Without Noticing? A Visual Field Test Reveals It
A Visual Field Test (also called perimetry) maps exactly how much you see - straight ahead and to every side - without needing you to touch your eye or feel a thing. At Save Sight Centre, it's how our doctors catch peripheral vision loss from glaucoma, retinal disease, or neurological conditions, often long before you'd notice it yourself.
- ✓ Both eyes tested in one session
- ✓ Printed report with doctor's remarks
- ✓ Reviewed by our glaucoma specialist
- ✓ No dilation needed in most cases
- ✓ Results explained the same day
What Is a Visual Field Test?
A quick, layman's explanation before you book.
Non-Contact, Painless
No instrument touches your eye. You simply respond to lights while seated comfortably.
Maps What You Actually See
Shows the true, functional extent of your vision - not just how sharp it is, but how wide.
Same-Day, Clear Report
Save Sight Centre hands you a printed report the same day, explained in plain language.
Why Would I Need a Visual Field Test?
Eye specialists at Save Sight Centre typically recommend a visual field test in the following cases:
You're a glaucoma suspect or patientTo detect or track peripheral vision loss, often the earliest sign of glaucoma.
You have diabetesTo check for vision loss patterns linked to diabetic retinopathy.
Unexplained tunnel visionA classic symptom that a visual field test can map and quantify precisely.
Family history of glaucomaRecommended for early screening, since glaucoma often runs in families.
Persistent headaches with vision changesTo rule out neurological causes such as pituitary tumours.
History of stroke or neurological diseaseTo check for patterns of vision loss linked to brain-related conditions.
Routine monitoring of known eye diseaseTo track whether treatment is preventing further vision loss.
Routine screening after 40Since visual field defects are common with age and often go unnoticed.
What Happens During a Visual Field Test?
Here's exactly how the test goes at Save Sight Centre, step by step.
Keep your glasses or lenses on
No special preparation is needed - wear your usual corrective eyewear during the test.
One eye is covered at a time
You sit facing the machine while the other eye is tested first.
You focus on a central point
Keeping your gaze steady on the target ensures the most accurate results.
You respond to flashes of light
Press a button each time you notice a small light appear anywhere in your field of view.
The process repeats for the other eye
Each eye is mapped separately, taking about 15-20 minutes per eye.
Your doctor reviews the results
Findings are explained the same day, alongside your symptoms and eye history.
What Types of Visual Field Tests Are There?
Save Sight Centre uses the method best suited to your condition and needs.
Confrontation Test
A basic in-office screening where the doctor checks your field using hand movements.
Automated Static Perimetry
The detailed, computerised "Humphrey" test that maps sensitivity across your whole field.
Kinetic Perimetry
Uses a moving target to trace the exact boundaries of your vision, useful for advanced cases.
FDT Perimetry
A fast, flicker-based test especially sensitive to early glaucoma changes.
Amsler Grid Test
A simple grid check that focuses on central vision distortions linked to macular problems.
What Can a Visual Field Test Detect?
A visual field test at Save Sight Centre helps our specialists identify:
Glaucoma
Detects the earliest peripheral vision loss caused by optic nerve damage.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Reveals blind spots and patchy vision linked to retinal damage from diabetes.
Retinal Detachment
Shows areas of vision loss that correspond to a detaching or torn retina.
Pituitary Tumours
Identifies characteristic outer vision loss in both eyes caused by pressure on the optic pathway.
Stroke & Neurological Conditions
Detects one-sided or quadrant vision loss that can point to a brain-related cause.
Advanced Macular Degeneration
Confirms central vision loss patterns linked to macular damage.
How Much Does a Visual Field Test Cost in Delhi?
Save Sight Centre keeps Visual Field Test pricing simple and transparent - no hidden charges.
| Test | What's Included | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Field Test (Both Eyes) | Full perimetry scan + printed report + specialist review | ₹2,000 |
Cost may vary slightly if combined with other diagnostic tests (like OCT or Fundus Examination) during the same visit. Speak to our team for a package quote.
Why Choose Save Sight Centre for Your Visual Field Test?
For over 15 years, our team in Adarsh Nagar has used visual field testing as a core tool in glaucoma care - a disease that quietly steals side vision long before a patient notices anything is wrong.
We've mapped the visual fields of over 1,70,000 patients across Delhi NCR, giving our doctors a trained eye for distinguishing normal variation from a pattern that points to glaucoma, retinal disease, or a neurological cause.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Visual Field Test
Straight answers to the most common questions our patients search for.
No, a visual field test is completely painless. At Save Sight Centre, you simply sit with one eye covered and press a button whenever you notice a small light - there is no contact with your eye and no drops are needed for a standard test.
A visual field test at Save Sight Centre usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes per eye, so allow around 30-40 minutes in total for both eyes to be tested separately.
No, dilating drops are not usually required for a visual field test at Save Sight Centre unless it's being combined with another exam, like a fundus examination, on the same visit.
Yes, in most cases you can drive yourself home after a visual field test at Save Sight Centre, since your vision isn't blurred by the test itself. If drops were used for a combined exam, we may recommend arranging a ride instead.
Most glaucoma patients need a repeat visual field test every 6 to 12 months to track any progression, though Save Sight Centre's specialists may recommend more frequent testing if your condition is advancing or your treatment has recently changed.
A visual field test measures how well you actually see across your full range of vision, while an OCT scan shows the physical structure of the retina and optic nerve layers. Save Sight Centre often uses both together for a complete picture, especially in glaucoma care.
At Save Sight Centre in Adarsh Nagar, Delhi, a visual field test costs ₹2,000 per session, covering both eyes with a detailed printed report reviewed by our eye specialists.
Results are shown as a greyscale map of your vision, with darker patches marking areas of reduced sensitivity or blind spots. Save Sight Centre's doctors explain exactly what your specific pattern means and whether it points to glaucoma, retinal disease, or another cause.
A visual field test can reveal patterns of vision loss, such as loss on one side of both eyes, that are commonly linked to pituitary tumors, stroke, or other neurological conditions. Save Sight Centre will refer you for further neurological imaging if such a pattern is found.
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