Fluorescein eye stain

Alternative names:

eye test - fluorescein

Normal values:

The cornea surface will appear uniformly colored with no foreign bodies.

What abnormal results mean:

• corneal abrasion (a scratch on the surface of the cornea)
• infection
• injury or trauma
• foreign bodies (such as eyelashes or dust) (see eye - foreign object in)

Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:

• blocked tear duct