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Simple testing to clearly understand how you see colour

Colour Blindness Check

A colour blindness check is designed to assess how accurately you see colours and identify any colour vision deficiencies. If you’ve ever struggled to distinguish certain colours or want to check colour vision for work, school, or everyday tasks, this simple test provides clear answers and peace of mind.
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Testing your ability to distinguish colours

What is a Colour Blindness Check?

A colour blindness check is a specialised assessment used to check colour vision and detect any difficulty in distinguishing between certain colours. Colour vision deficiencies are often inherited and can affect how you see shades of red, green, or blue. Many people are unaware they have a colour vision deficiency until it’s identified through testing. A colour blindness check is especially useful for children, students, and individuals entering careers where accurate colour recognition is important. At Harris Blake & Parsons, we use reliable, easy-to-understand testing methods to check colour vision and provide clear guidance based on your results. Colour blindness checks are available at our Ringwood, Croydon, Healesville and Yarram locations. It is recommended you make an appointment for your eye test to avoid long wait times however we can also accommodate walk-ins at our Ringwood and Croydon locations
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What Does a colour Blindness Check Involve?

A colour blindness check involves a series of simple, non-invasive tests designed to check colour vision accuracy. You’ll typically be asked to identify numbers or patterns within coloured dot images, which helps us determine how well you can distinguish between different colours. These tests are quick and effective, allowing us to check colour vision and identify the type and extent of any colour vision deficiency.

Does a colour blindness check hurt or feel uncomfortable?

A colour blindness check is completely painless and non-invasive. The test simply involves looking at images and identifying colours or patterns, making it comfortable for patients of all ages.

Do I need to prepare for a colour blindness check?

No preparation is needed for a colour blindness check. This test can be completed quickly as part of a comprehensive eye exam.

What does a Colour Blindness eye check cost?

A colour blindness check is often included as part of a comprehensive eye exam, which may be bulk billed under Medicare for eligible patients. If additional testing is required, any costs will be discussed with you beforehand.

Visit our pricing page to view our current prices and rebates. 

 

What happens after the test?

After your colour blindness check, your optometrist will explain the results and let you know how accurately you see colours. If a colour vision deficiency is identified, we’ll discuss what this means for your daily life, education, or career choices. You’ll receive your results immediately, and while colour vision deficiencies cannot be corrected, understanding your results can help you adapt and make informed decisions where colour recognition is important.
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Frequently Asked Questions

You do not need a referral from a doctor for a colour blindness check. Simply book online or call your preferred Harris Blake and Parsons practice to make an appointment.
You should allow 30-45 minutes for your appointment
Yes, you will be able to drive after your eye test. A colour blindness check does not affect your ability to drive, so you can continue with your day as normal immediately after your appointment.
To avoid disappointment, we recommend booking an appointment in advance. Walk-ins may be available at our Ringwood and Croydon locations, depending on appointment availability on the day.
Harris Blake & Parsons offers colour blindness checks at our Ringwood, Croydon, Healesville and Yarram practices. Visit our locations page to view open hours and make an appointment.

The process

Your eye check journey

1. Book Appointment

Book online or call us to book your eye check. 

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2. New Patient Form

If you have not visited us before, fill out our New Patient Form before your appointment. Alternatively complete this in-person prior to your appointment. 

NEW PATIENT FORM
3. Attend Appointment

Attend your eye check appointment. 
Your appointment will begin with a brief consultation, followed by a series of thorough, painless eye tests tailored to you.

4. Results & Treatment

In most cases you will receive your results immediately.
In your appointment your optometrist will assess your results and provide the findings and recommended next actions if required. 

Locations

4 convenient locations in Melbourne’s east

With four convenient locations across Melbourne’s East, accessing quality eye care is easy. All 4 of our Harris Blake & Parsons locations offer an extensive range of eye checks and eye treatments.
In addition, our Ringwood and Croydon clinics offer a large range of eyewear available to browse and purchase in-store.

To book an eye check at our Ringwood or Croydon stores, use the button below. For appointments at our Healesville and Yarram locations, please call us.
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Ringwood
03 9870 5478

Croydon, Healesville & Yarram
03 9723 3218

Ringwood

Croydon

Healesville

Yarram

About

Harris Blake & Parsons

Providing premium optometry in Melbourne for over 65 years

A local and independent optometry practice, we are known for providing the highest quality eye checks, personalised treatments and an unmatched range of eyewear products to our community for over 65 years.
We offer a broad range of eye exams and eye treatments as well as eyewear and contact lens retail.
With locations in Ringwood, Croydon, Healesville & Yarram, we’re the perfect choice for eyecare in Melbourne’s East.
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Which location would you like to attend?

Online bookings are available at Ringwood and Croydon. To make a booking at Healesville or Yarram, please call us. 

Ringwood

Bookings preferred, walk-ins welcome

Open Hours:

Mon-Thurs: 9am – 5:30pm
Fri: 9am – 6:30pm
Sat: 9am – 5pm
Sun: Closed

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Croydon

Bookings preferred, walk-ins welcome

Open Hours:

Mon-Tues: 9am – 5:30pm
Weds: 9:30am – 2:30pm
Thurs-Fri: 9am – 5:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed

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Healesville

By appointment only

Open Hours:

Tues: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Closed all other days

Call (03) 9723 3218 to book

Yarram

By appointment only

Open Hours:

Visiting two days every six weeks, by appointment only.

Call (03) 9723 3218 to book

If you are a new patient please complete our NEW PATIENT FORM prior to your appointment. If you are unable to complete this online, please arrive 15 minutes early to your appointment to complete a paper copy.