ISO 8596:2009
Ophthalmic optics — Visual acuity testing — Standard optotype and its presentation
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ISO 8596:2009
Edition 2
2009-07
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Withdrawn
Withdrawn (Edition 2, 2009)

Abstract

ISO 8596:2009 specifies a range of Landolt ring optotypes and describes a method for measuring distance visual acuity under daylight conditions for the purposes of certification or licensing.

It is neither intended as a standard for clinical measurements nor for the certification of blindness or partial sight.

General information

  • Status
     : Withdrawn
    Publication date
     : 2009-07
    Stage
    : Withdrawal of International Standard [95.99]
  • Edition
     : 2
    Number of pages
     : 5
  • Technical Committee :
    ISO/TC 172/SC 7
    ICS :
    11.040.70 
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