OCT Scan (Optical Coherence Tomography) in Aurangabad

Understanding OCT

Seeing Beneath the Surface

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is one of the most important advances in modern eye diagnostics. It uses light waves to capture detailed, cross-sectional images of the retina and optic nerve — revealing layers of tissue that a standard eye exam simply cannot see.

Hazari Eye Hospital introduced the Cirrus 800 OCT with fundus camera in 2013, and upgraded to the Cirrus 6000 OCT Angioplex in 2021 — the first of its kind in Marathwada — adding angiography capability to image retinal blood flow without any dye injection.

This level of detail allows our doctors to detect glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and other conditions years before they would be noticeable through symptoms alone.

Cirrus 6000 OCT Angioplex at Hazari Eye Hospital

What It Detects

Conditions OCT Helps Diagnose

Glaucoma

Measures nerve fibre layer thickness to detect early optic nerve damage.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Images retinal blood vessels and swelling caused by diabetes.

Macular Degeneration

Detects fluid, thinning or abnormal growths in the macula.

Retinal Vein Occlusion

Identifies blockages and resulting fluid build-up in the retina.

What to Expect

Quick, Painless, Non-Contact

Just a Few Minutes
The scan itself typically takes only a few minutes per eye.
No Contact With the Eye
The machine never touches your eye — you simply look into it while it captures images.
No Pain, No Injections
Completely non-invasive, with results available immediately for your doctor to review.

OCT diagnostic technology at Hazari Eye Hospital

Common Questions

OCT Scan — FAQs

What is an OCT scan?

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging test that captures cross-sectional, high-resolution images of the retina and optic nerve, similar to how an ultrasound images internal organs — but using light instead of sound.

Is an OCT scan painful?

No. It's completely painless and non-contact — you simply look into the machine while it captures images, typically taking just a few minutes.

What conditions does OCT help detect?

OCT is used to detect and monitor glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion, and other retinal and optic nerve conditions.

How is OCT Angioplex different from a standard OCT?

Our Cirrus 6000 OCT Angioplex adds angiography capability, imaging blood flow in the retina without dye injection — giving a more detailed view for conditions like diabetic retinopathy.

Do I need pupil dilation for an OCT scan?

Not always — many OCT scans can be performed without dilation, though your doctor may recommend dilation for a more complete examination depending on your case.

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