title: [Diagnostic tests in the evaluation of the tear film].
abstract: Critical appraisal of the most important testing methods for diagnosing normal and disturbed stability of the tear film meniscus. Only a carefully compiled history, a thorough inspection of the eye and several tests to determine the type and severity of the disorder can provide information about the disturbed stability of the tear film meniscus.
mesh_terms: D001706:Biopsy; D003228:Conjunctiva / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D007637:Keratoconjunctivitis / Q000175:diagnosis*; D007638:Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca / Q000175:diagnosis*; D050356:Lipid Metabolism; D012636:Secretory Rate; D013666:Tears / Q000166:cytology / Q000378:metabolism*
vernacular_title: Diagnostische Tests zur Beurteilung des Tränenfilms.