Which test is commonly used to screen for red-green colour vision deficiency?
Correct answer: B. Ishihara colour vision test
- A. Snellen visual acuity test
- B. Ishihara colour vision test
- C. Amsler grid examination
- D. Confrontation field test
Explanation
The Ishihara test uses coloured plates to identify red-green colour vision deficiency. The Snellen chart measures distance acuity, while the Amsler grid and confrontation test assess different visual functions.
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