Clarus Fundus Photography

Clarus Fundus Photography — What It Is and Why We Do It

Clarus Fundus Photography is a high-resolution photo of the back of your eye (the retina), taken with a special camera. This isn’t just a regular picture — it shows the tiny structures that make vision possible, including the retina, optic nerve, blood vessels, and macula. These detailed images help your doctor understand your eye health better than what can be seen with just a routine exam or simple eye check.

 

What This Test Does

During the test, you’ll place your chin and forehead on a support and look into a camera. The Clarus system captures a true-color, ultra-wideview image of the retina — often showing a larger area than traditional cameras — so your doctor can see both the central and peripheral parts of your retina clearly.

These photos look very similar to what your eye doctor sees when they examine your retina in person, which makes them especially helpful for diagnosing and tracking eye disease over time.

 

Why We Do This Test

We use Clarus Fundus Photography because it helps your doctor:

• Detect eye diseases early — many serious eye conditions develop without symptoms at first.

• Document the appearance of your retina so changes can be compared from year to year.

• Monitor disease progression or response to treatment.

• Guide treatment decisions with detailed visual information.

The test is quick, non-invasive, and painless, and images are available right away for review.
Who Might Need This Test

Your eye doctor may recommend Clarus Fundus Photography if you have conditions that can affect the retina or optic nerve, including:

• Diabetes or high blood pressure — to check for retinal blood vessel damage.

• Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) — to look for early changes in the macula.

• Glaucoma — to monitor the optic nerve and retinal nerve fiber layer.

• Retinal tears, detachments, or peripheral changes — which can occur without warning.

• Visual symptoms such as flashes, floaters, or unexplained vision changes — to investigate the cause.

It may also be used to help explain findings to you visually and to coordinate care with other eye specialists if needed.
In Summary

Clarus Fundus Photography gives your doctor a detailed, wide-angle picture of the back of your eye, helping detect, evaluate, and manage eye conditions sooner and more effectively. It’s a key part of comprehensive eye care that supports long-term vision health.