refraktionsundersökning
Refraktionsundersökning is a Swedish term that translates to refraction examination or refraction test in English. It is a fundamental eye examination performed by optometrists and ophthalmologists to determine a person's refractive error. Refractive errors occur when the eye does not focus light correctly onto the retina, leading to blurred vision. Common refractive errors include myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism, and presbyopia (age-related farsightedness).
The primary goal of a refraktionsundersökning is to measure the eye's focusing power and identify the correct
During the examination, the eye care professional may also assess other aspects of visual function, such as