Cataract Screening in Singapore
Senior optometrist-led cataract screening for $29, at The Straits Eye Community Clinic in Bedok, Clementi and Toa Payoh.
- 5 tests, 30 to 40 minutes
- Report reviewed by an ophthalmologist
- No dilating drops in this screening
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Generally painless
Gentle, non-invasive checks, and staff who put you at ease.
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One visit, 30 to 40 minutes
No dilating drops in this screening. We keep your wait as short as we can.
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Three clinics
Bedok, Clementi and Toa Payoh, and no need to come back for results. Our staff email you the report.
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What a cataract screening is
A cataract screening is a short set of non-invasive checks on the lens of the eye, to see whether clouding explains what you have noticed. At our community clinics in Bedok, Clementi and Toa Payoh it is senior optometrist-led, takes 30 to 40 minutes and costs $29, and every report is reviewed by an ophthalmologist.
Cataracts are a common cause of gradual vision changes, particularly among older adults. Our cataract screening service helps assess whether cataracts may be contributing to symptoms such as blurred vision, glare sensitivity or reduced visual clarity.
How common cataract is, by age
A screening is not a consultation about surgery. It establishes whether a cataract is there and how much of your vision is affected. You may also share your concerns with our friendly eye doctors to get peace of mind.
If surgery is the next step, see choosing the right cataract surgeon.
Concerned about cloudy vision or glare? Talk to our friendly staff for a same-day appointment (subject to availability).
Cataract screening price and what is included
One price, and it covers every test below and the report.
| Service | Price |
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| Community cataract screening | $29 |
| Cataract screening prescription check, optional | $20 |
Prices shown are for our community clinics at Bedok, Clementi and Toa Payoh. All fees shown are nett.
What is included
- Visual acuity How clearly you see on a Snellen letter chart.
- Automated refraction A machine estimate of your spectacle prescription.
- Eye pressure check Tonometry — measurement of the pressure inside the eye.
- Slit lamp examination A magnified look at the eye, layer by layer.
- Doctor-reviewed report
This package looks at the lens. It does not include a photograph of the retina, a visual field test or an OCT scan — the general, diabetic retinal and comprehensive screenings add those.
How it compares with our other screenings
The cataract screening is the shortest and the least expensive of the four. Every package shares the same core tests.
| Test | Cataract $29 Cloudy vision, glare sensitivity, or difficulty seeing at night. | General $99 Routine eye health reviews, prescription checks and general vision assessment. | Diabetic retinal $99 Individuals living with diabetes who require retinal monitoring. | Comprehensive $249 A more detailed assessment, including side vision and a scan of the retina. |
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| In every package | ||||
| Visual acuity How clearly you see on a Snellen letter chart. | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Automated refraction A machine estimate of your spectacle prescription. | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Eye pressure check Tonometry — measurement of the pressure inside the eye. | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Slit lamp examination A magnified look at the eye, layer by layer. | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Doctor-reviewed report | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| What each package adds | ||||
| Prescription screening | Not included | Included | Included | Included |
| Fundus photo A photograph of the retina, at the back of the eye. | Not included | Included Non-dilated | Included Dilated where necessary | Included Non-dilated |
| Amsler test A grid chart that checks central vision. | Not included | Not included | Included | Included |
| Colour vision test A check for colour vision deficiency. | Not included | Included | Not included | Included |
| Anterior segment OCT A cross-section scan of the front of the eye. | Not included | Included | Included | Included |
| Visual field testing A check of your side vision. | Not included | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Posterior segment OCT A cross-section scan of the retina. | Not included | Not included | Not included | Included |
Prices shown are for our community clinics at Bedok, Clementi and Toa Payoh. All fees shown are nett.
When to book a cataract screening
Cloudy vision, glare sensitivity, or difficulty seeing at night.
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Cloudy or blurred vision
Vision that has gradually become cloudier or less sharp.
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Glare sensitivity
Headlights, street lights or bright sun that are harder to look at than they used to be.
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Difficulty seeing at night
Night driving that has become harder than it once was.
After your cataract screening
Three steps, and all three are included in the price.
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Your screening
One of our optometrists carries out the 5 tests.
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Reviewed by a doctor
Your results are reviewed by an ophthalmologist.
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Your report
Our staff email you the report.
There is also an option to follow up with our Primary Eye Care Physician for $76.30 nett. Where a cataract is found and needs specialist care, you are referred on to an eye specialist — and how a cataract is removed sets out what that involves.
40
The age to start
How often should your eyes be checked for cataracts?
A baseline comprehensive eye examination is recommended at the age of 40, even when nothing feels wrong — it is when the early signs of cataract, glaucoma and diabetic changes first become detectable.
| From age 40 | At least once |
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| With diabetes | At least once a year |
Come sooner for anything new in between — blurring · glare · floaters · pain or redness.
Your interval may be shorter if you have a family history or an existing eye condition.
Common questions
What is a cataract screening?
A cataract screening — also called a cataract test or a cataract eye exam — is a short set of non-invasive checks on the lens of the eye, to work out whether clouding is behind your symptoms. One of our optometrists carries out 5 tests, your results are reviewed by an ophthalmologist, and our staff email you the report.
How much does a cataract screening cost in Singapore?
A cataract screening is $29 nett at our community clinics in Bedok, Clementi and Toa Payoh. That covers the whole package, including the doctor-reviewed report. A cataract screening prescription check can be added for $20.
How long does a cataract screening take?
Allow 30 to 40 minutes. There are no dilating drops in this screening, so nothing blurs your near vision afterwards.
Can I drive after a cataract screening?
Yes. There are no dilating drops in this screening, so nothing blurs your near vision afterwards and driving is not affected. Of our four packages, only the diabetic retinal screening uses drops.
How is a cataract diagnosed?
Mainly by looking at the lens directly. The test for a cataract is a slit-lamp examination, which gives a magnified view of the lens, where a cataract can be seen; the vision, refraction and pressure checks alongside it show how much it is affecting you and help rule out other causes.
What happens if the screening finds a cataract?
Finding one does not mean it needs operating on. Your report says what was seen, and where it needs specialist care you are referred on to an eye specialist, who decides with you whether and when to treat it.
What is the cataract screening prescription check?
An optional $20 addition, at our Bedok, Clementi and Toa Payoh clinics, that checks your spectacle prescription at the same visit. The cataract screening on its own is about the lens, so the prescription check is what tells you whether new glasses would help in the meantime.
Book a cataract screening
Tell us what you have noticed and we will find you a time at Bedok, Clementi or Toa Payoh. If another screening suits you better, we will say so.
