Visual Acuity and Colour Blindness Test
Advice Articles
No articles found.
Private GP appointments AVAILABLE TODAY – click here for further information.
LivingCare provides visual acuity and colour blindness testing for athletes and active individuals at our clinics across Sheffield and Leeds. Our experts conduct vision and eye health assessments using state-of-the-art equipment. With fast access to appointments, we help identify visual issues earlier.
Vision plays a critical role in sports. Even minor visual impairments can affect performance without being immediately apparent. In the UK, there are over 3 million colour blind people and more than 2 million living with sight loss.
At LivingCare, we use modern equipment for visual acuity and colour blindness testing. Our tests provide reassurance or early identification of issues that may impact training, competition or daily activities.
A visual acuity test checks how clearly a person can see from a set distance. The test identifies reduced vision that may benefit from correction or further assessment.
A colour blindness test assesses the ability to distinguish between specific colours. Difficulty with colour perception can pose challenges in many sports, particularly those involving team colours, markings, or equipment.
Together, these tests help ensure athletes receive appropriate advice, support or referral if required.
An experienced optometrist uses modern diagnostic equipment to assess vision and eye health.
In addition to visual clarity and colour perception, the assessment may identify signs of common eye conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts, or macular degeneration, supporting early intervention where necessary.
Before Your Appointment
If you wear glasses or contact lenses, bring them to the appointment. Otherwise, there is no specific preparation.
During Your Appointment
You will be seated while the optometrist asks you to read letters, numbers or symbols displayed from a distance. The optometrist may use different lenses to assess whether vision correction is needed and to determine the most appropriate prescription.
For a colour blindness test, the optometrist will ask you to read numbers on an image made up of coloured dots, or to match colours in order of their shades.
The full assessment typically takes around 20-30 minutes.
After Your Appointment
The optometrist will explain your results and advise any further support, correction or referral. You can return home immediately after your appointment.
Visual acuity and colour blindness tests are safe and non-invasive. If eye drops are used, you may experience temporary blurred vision or mild light sensitivity, which usually resolves quickly.
No recovery time is required. If eye drops were used, try to avoid driving until your vision has fully returned to normal.
When you’re searching for how much a visual acuity test and colour blindness test costs, you may be surprised to know that our prices start from £60.
We understand that clear sight and reliable colour perception are essential for performance, safety and decision-making in sport. With state-of-the-art testing facilities and experienced optometrists, we ensure accurate diagnosis and ongoing support as needed.
The table below has multiple columns and can be scrolled horizontally on smaller screens. When viewing on mobile, this table is best viewed in landscape format.
We're always on hand, so get in touch and we'll get back to you straight away.
Speak to our teamYou can receive this treatment at any one of the locations below.
Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry. Let us know your preferred appointment type, either virtual or face to face, and we will work to find a time that suits you.
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time, either virtually or in person, with one of our highly qualified consultants. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry and we will work to find a time that suits you
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time with highly qualified clinicians. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours with the option to upgrade to 24 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
You can receive this treatment from one of the consultants listed below.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists - consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.
