Special Features
The schirmer tear test (stt) is indicated to measure the rate of tear production; used in the evaluation of conjunctivitis to diagnose tear deficiency as a contributing factor to ocular surface diseases including: keratoconjunctivitis sicca (kcs), pigmentary keratitis, indolent corneal ulcers, exposure keratitis, and others; in addition, it should be used to assess lacrimal gland function prior to cataract surgery
