LISAMINE GREEN STAINING

👨‍⚕️ Lissamine Green staining test assesses ocular surface damage, particularly conjunctival epithelial damage.

Procedure:

  1. Apply anesthetic drops (optional)
  2. Place Lissamine Green drops in eye
  3. Examine under white or blue light

Interpretation:

  • Staining pattern: Indicates damage location/severity
  • Scoring systems: Grade staining (e.g., Oxford scale)

Uses:

  1. Dry eye disease: Evaluates conjunctival staining
  2. Ocular surface disorders: Identifies damaged areas
  3. Conjunctival disorders: Assesses inflammation