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Color Blind Test

Understanding How You See Color

Do certain colors look similar or seem difficult to distinguish? Color vision deficiency, commonly called color blindness, affects the way a person sees and differentiates certain colors.


At Socialite Vision in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Dr. Adam Ramsey can help patients better understand their color vision and explore options for color vision testing.


We serve patients from Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, North Palm Beach and surrounding Palm Beach County communities.


What Is Color Blindness?

Color blindness doesn't typically mean seeing the world without color. Instead, most people with color vision deficiency have difficulty distinguishing between certain colors.


Red-green color vision deficiency is the most common type, although other forms of color vision deficiency can occur.


Because color vision deficiency can be mild, some people may not realize they perceive colors differently until they take a color vision test.


How Does a Color Blind Test Work?

Color vision testing uses specially designed patterns to evaluate how well you distinguish between different colors.


Socialite Vision features the EnChroma Color Blind Test, an online screening tool based on the Ishihara "hidden digit" testing method. The test is designed to help identify whether someone may have a color vision deficiency and provide information about its type.


For the most accurate online screening results:


  • Remove glasses with colored or tinted lenses.
  • Wear your normal clear prescription glasses if needed.
  • Turn your screen brightness up.
  • Complete the test in appropriate lighting.
  • Do not take the test while wearing color-correcting lenses.


Take the EnChroma Color Blind Test


Online color vision screening can be affected by screen settings, lighting and other factors and should not be considered a substitute for a professional eye examination.


EnChroma Lenses for Color Blindness

Socialite Vision also offers EnChroma lenses for color vision deficiency.


EnChroma lenses use specialized optical filtering technology designed to alter the way certain wavelengths of light reach the eye, which may help some people with certain types of color vision deficiency differentiate a broader range of colors.


Results vary depending on the type and severity of color vision deficiency, so these lenses do not provide the same experience for everyone.


Learn More About EnChroma Lenses

The EnChroma Color Blind Test is designed to assess whether a person has color blindness, and inform those with color blindness which type of color blindness. In rare instances, due to screen resolution, lighting conditions, and other factors, this test may produce inconsistent results. If you are unsure about your results, contact us.

Color Vision FAQs

What is the difference between color blindness and color vision deficiency?

"Color blindness" is the term most people recognize, but color vision deficiency is generally a more accurate description. Most people with the condition can still see colors but have difficulty distinguishing between certain shades or colors.

What is the most common type of color blindness?

Red-green color vision deficiency is the most common form. People with this type may have difficulty distinguishing between certain shades of red, green, brown or related colors.

Can children be tested for color blindness?

Yes. Color vision testing can help identify color vision deficiencies in children. Identifying these differences can be particularly useful because color is frequently used as a learning tool in school.

Can someone have color blindness without realizing it?

Yes. Mild color vision deficiencies may go unnoticed for years because a person has always experienced color in the same way and may not realize that others perceive certain colors differently.

Is an online color blind test accurate?

Online color vision tests can be useful screening tools, but results can be influenced by screen quality, brightness, lighting and display settings. If you have questions about your results or color vision, talk with an eye doctor.

Do EnChroma glasses cure color blindness?

No. EnChroma lenses do not cure color vision deficiency or change the underlying condition. They use specialized filters that may change color perception and improve color differentiation for some people with certain types of color vision deficiency.

Have Questions About Your Color Vision?

If you're concerned about color blindness or have questions about your color vision test results, we're here to help.


Schedule an eye exam with Dr. Adam Ramsey at Socialite Vision in Palm Beach Gardens.