As an adult, you'll want to be sure you're getting the checkups and medical attention necessary for you to stay healthy. One important thing for you to follow through with regularly is getting a routine adult eye exam. This type of exam will check for things that you can become more at risk of as you age and also check for the routine issues involved in every eye exam. This article will go over some of the main things that an adult's routine eye exam will check for.

Visual acuity will be measured

Visual acuity is the term that's used to describe how clearly you see at varying distances. This involves having you read letters or symbols on the chart with one eye covered at a time. The lowest line you can clearly see will indicate where your vision falls on that chart. This can help the eye doctor when it comes to knowing your overall prescription.

Eye-muscle coordination will be checked

The alignment and movement of your eye muscles are assessed during the exam to ensure that they are properly coordinated and aligned. This is a test that can help the eye doctor determine whether you have certain issues, such as strabismus or amblyopia, also referred to as crossed-eyes and lazy eyes, respectively.

The reactions of your pupils will be checked

The way your pupils respond to light will also be checked out during your exam. An abnormal pupil reaction can indicate that there are eye health issues that need further investigation or that there may be neurological issues to look into.

Your peripheral vision will be measured

Your peripheral vision is commonly referred to as your side vision, and it will also be measured at your exam. You will be tested to determine at what point you're able to see objects at the edges of your visual field. Peripheral vision is important for certain activities, such as operating an automobile or participating in many types of sports.

Your intraocular pressure will be checked

Measuring the intraocular pressure inside your eyes will help the eye doctor screen you for glaucoma, an eye disease that can come on in the later stages of life.

The health of your retinas will be determined

As you age, your retinas can develop disorders such as retinal detachment. Also, if you're diabetic, you can be more at risk of retinal problems. The health of your retinas will be checked to ensure there are no such issues going on that need to be treated.

Contact a company like Elhosn Eye & Aesthetics to learn more.