The slit lamp combines a binocular microscope with an adjustable slit beam for detailed examination of the eye, from lids and cornea to lens and, with auxiliary lenses, the retina. It is the platform for applanation tonometry and gonioscopy. A cornerstone of eye examination.
Ophthalmic Instruments
Slit Lamp
Slit lamp biomicroscope for magnified, illuminated examination of the anterior and (with a lens) posterior eye segments.
| Type | Slit-lamp biomicroscope |
|---|---|
| Magnification | Multiple steps |
| Illumination | Adjustable slit beam (LED/halogen) |
| Mounting | Table / unit mounted |
Applications
- Anterior segment examination
- Posterior segment with auxiliary lenses
- Tonometry and gonioscopy platform