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Retinal Digital Imaging question

Retinal Digital Imaging question

Does this procedure produce radiation, and therefore patients need to wear protective gear such as the kind you wear when you kind an x-ray at the dentist? Does anyone know?
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These are pictures taken of your retina, with a high res digital camera, no radiation.  The only energy produced is from the flash.   At least the equipment that I have been tested with.  

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I was given an injection that contained a dye. I had no bad effects. Was this standard procedure?
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If you were given a dye, you had a Fluorescein Angiogram.  It helps them better see the veins and if there is any bleeding / leaking ... it's a common test.   The only risk here is the dye itself, some may have allergic reactions to it.  
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Thanks for the info.
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