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/ Dry Eye
New Dry Eye Test
Akorn, Inc. announced the launch of a new ophthalmic diagnostic product, Akorn s D.E.T. (Dry Eye Test). The test is the first simple, accurate and reproducible test for the diagnosis of dry eye syndrome. Dr. Donald Korb is the founder of ORB and is the inventor of D.E.T. Dr. Korb is in the process of obtaining patent protection for his invention.
Akorn s D.E.T. has the unique ability to consistently instill micro volumes of fluorescein into the patient s eye. The reproducible instillation of a consistent volume of fluorescein eliminates tear film disruption and allows for the accurate measurement of fluorescein breakup time (FBUT) -- the most common test used to diagnose various dry eye conditions. The size and softness of the D.E.T. strip causes no sensation, which means no reflex tearing. By controlling excess fluorescein in the tear film and reflex tearing, D.E.T. gives the doctor an accurate, controlled, reproducible result.
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