🧬 Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration Testing in Parramatta
Early detection and monitoring of age-related macular degeneration using OCT imaging.
Patients from Parramatta visit Prime Optometrists at 43 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144, just 12 min away. This service is Medicare bulk billed, no out-of-pocket cost with a valid Medicare card.
About this service
Macular Degeneration Testing
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in Australians over 50. The macula is the central area of the retina responsible for fine detail, reading, and recognising faces. Early AMD has no symptoms, making regular OCT imaging essential for everyone over 50 or with a family history of the condition.
What's included
- High-resolution OCT macular imaging
- Drusen detection and mapping
- AMD staging (early, intermediate, late)
- Wet AMD urgent referral pathways
- Amsler grid home monitoring advice
- AREDS2 nutritional supplement guidance
Your appointment
What to expect
Risk assessment
We review age, family history, smoking history and other AMD risk factors.
OCT imaging
High-resolution OCT imaging detects drusen and early macular changes.
Macular assessment
We assess central vision and macular function in detail.
Management plan
We recommend monitoring frequency, supplements and home monitoring where indicated.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Who should be tested for AMD?
Everyone over 50, and earlier with family history of AMD, smoking history, or cardiovascular disease.
Is there a treatment for AMD?
AREDS2 supplements slow dry AMD progression. Wet AMD responds well to intravitreal injections if caught early.
Is macular degeneration testing bulk billed?
Yes, as part of a comprehensive eye exam, macular assessment is bulk billed for Medicare card holders.
Can AMD be prevented?
Risk can be reduced by not smoking, eating a diet rich in leafy greens and fish, and protecting eyes from UV.
Book your macular degeneration appointment in Parramatta
Bulk billed with Medicare. No out-of-pocket cost for eligible patients. Serving Parramatta and surrounding suburbs from Auburn NSW 2144.
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