Hamilton-Veale Contrast Sensitivity Test
This easy and convenient test can be used to monitor a decrease on the contrast sensitivity function over time. This test also demonstrates the difficulty of seeing in poor lighting or at night.
Hamilton -Veale Contrast Sensitivity Test Card
Rules of thumb with this test:
Level 4 or less: suffer from severe loss or are legally blind.
Level 5-8: suffer significant loss and contrast enhancement.
Level 9-12: Have noticeable loss and need lighting evaluation.
Level 13-16: have a near normal contrast sensitivity Conditions affecting Contrast Sensitivity: Age, Glaucoma, MS, Parkinsons, Papilloedema.
