Medical Health Encyclopedia

Schirmer's test

How to prepare for the test:

Remove contact lenses before the test.

Infants and children:

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The preparation you can provide for this test depends on your child's age, previous experiences, and level of trust. For specific information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following:

• Infant test or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year)
• Toddler test or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years)
• Preschooler test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years)
• Schoolage test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years)
• Adolescent test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years)

How the test will feel:

Some people find that holding the paper against the eye is irritating or mildly uncomfortable.

Why the test is performed:

This test is used when a person experiences very dry eyes or excessive watering of the eyes.

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