What is the name of the test that uses prisms to center the corneal reflex and measures eye misalignment?

The test that uses prisms to center the corneal reflex and measure eye misalignment is known as the Krimsky Test. This test is specifically designed to evaluate the degree of strabismus (misalignment of the eyes) by using prisms placed in front of one eye. The practitioner observes the reflection of light in the corneas to determine how much deviation exists. By adjusting the size of the prism until the corneal reflexes in both eyes are aligned, the angle of misalignment can be accurately measured. This method provides visual confirmation of the alignment and is particularly useful in both clinical and pediatric settings where precise measurement of eye alignment is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Other tests, such as the Hirschberg Test, involve evaluating the light reflex in the corneas directly without the use of prisms, while the Cover Test assesses how each eye behaves when the other is covered, and the Prism Test broadly refers to the use of prisms in various assessments but does not specifically pertain to the centering of the corneal reflex in eye misalignment.