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retinoscope

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ret·i·no·scope  (rtn--skp)
n.
An optical instrument for examining refraction of light in the eye. Also called skiascope.


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Whether you''re purchasing penlights or vision charts or retinoscopes, instead of dishing out money from your own pocket, make use of the financial aids available.
Trail (spectacle and contact) lenses or phoropters and retinoscopes are required for refraction.
Using a series of study icons and an easy-to-follow format, Lens provides the basics for understanding retinoscopy, covering optics, including the two main theories of light travel, the index of refraction and the curvature, retinoscopy, including the types of streak retinoscopes and their function, and lenses used to neutralize movement, and refractometry, including refinement techniques and instructions for patients.
 
 
 
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