What is it?
Dilating drops widen the pupil so the whole retina can be examined. An OCT adds a cross-section scan of the macula.
Who should get one
- Diabetes (every year)
- High myopia
- Over 50 with family history of AMD
- New floaters or flashes
- Before LASIK or cataract surgery in high-risk eyes
Options
Bring
Glasses, medicines, sugar reports, and someone to accompany you; do not drive after drops.
How the test is done
- Drops
30 minutes.
- Examination
Specialist checks the whole retina.
- Report
Explained the same visit.
Retina check-up cost cost in Kolkata
Consultation ₹500, with OCT ₹1,500.
| Treatment / test | Our price | Typical Kolkata range |
|---|---|---|
| Retina specialist consultationper visit | ₹500 | ₹500 – ₹1,500 |
| Diabetic retina check-up (consultation + OCT)per visit | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 – ₹3,500 |
| OCT scan (retina / macula)per scan | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 |
| Fundus photographyper test | Written estimate | ₹500 – ₹1,200 |
Our prices are the hospital's published prices. Kolkata ranges are indicative 2026 ranges across private eye hospitals in the city. Your final cost depends on the eye, the medicine, and the gas, oil or lens used, and is given to you in writing before any procedure.
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- Medical retina
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Dr. Swarup Pathak
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- Medical retina
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a retina check take?
About an hour, including 30 minutes for the drops to work.
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Written by the retina team at Spectra Eye Hospital. Last updated 22 October 2026. This page explains common situations and is not a substitute for an eye examination.