Becker's Sample

Becker's Sample is an ophthalmological procedure that is used to evaluate the condition of the cornea and sclera of the eye. It was developed in 1865 by the German ophthalmologist Adolf Becker and named after him.

The procedure involves applying a small amount of dye to the surface of the cornea of ​​the eye, after which the patient looks at a white background located several meters away. If the dye gets on the cornea, it will be visible against the background as a small spot.

The Becker test allows you to evaluate the condition of the cornea and its sensitivity to light. In addition, it can be used to diagnose various eye diseases such as keratitis, conjunctivitis and glaucoma.

However, despite its simplicity and effectiveness, the Becker test has some limitations. For example, it does not allow obtaining information about the state of the eye lens and its refraction. In addition, the procedure can be painful for the patient, especially if the dye gets into the mucous membrane of the eye.

In general, the Becker test is an important tool in the diagnosis of eye diseases and allows one to obtain important information about the condition of the cornea and fundus.

Otto Nikolaus Bormann-Becker (1829-1889), also known as Becker's test, was a German ophthalmologist who first described the disease that is today known as ablyopia pigmentosa. Being the founder of ophthalmology, he developed a new method for studying the condition of the eyes and optic nerve, which further contributed to the development of this area of ​​medicine.

Becker began his career as an ophthalmologist at age 17, when he decided to become a doctor after his mother died of tuberculosis. After graduating from medical school, he continued his studies at the University of Dresden, where