II. Indication: Dry Eye evaluation
III. Technique
- Performed by ophthalmology
- Instill 1% Rose Bengal dye at both eyes
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Conjunctival staining is quantitatively scored
- Devitalized Cornea and Conjunctiva takes up Rose Bengal stain
IV. Interpretation
- Stained areas of Conjunctiva suggests Sjogren's Syndrome
- Stain may identify Sjogren's Syndrome prior to symptom development