Types of Color Blindness
Learn about different types of color vision deficiency
Normal Color Vision
Normal Prevalence
You have normal color vision and can distinguish between all colors.
Diagnostic Criteria:
Easy
≥80%
Medium
≥70%
Hard
≥60%
Recommendations:
- •Your color vision is excellent
- •No special accommodations needed
- •You can pursue any career without color vision restrictions
Mild Red-Green Color Blindness
Mild Prevalence
You have a mild form of red-green color blindness, also known as deuteranomaly.
Diagnostic Criteria:
Easy
≥60% - ≤90%
Medium
≥40% - ≤80%
Hard
≥20% - ≤60%
Recommendations:
- •Consider using color-coded labels in addition to text
- •Use high contrast colors when possible
- •Most careers are still accessible
Moderate Red-Green Color Blindness
Moderate Prevalence
You have moderate red-green color blindness, which may affect some daily activities.
Diagnostic Criteria:
Easy
≥40% - ≤70%
Medium
≥20% - ≤50%
Hard
00≤30%
Recommendations:
- •Avoid careers that heavily rely on color distinction
- •Use color-blind friendly design tools
- •Consider using color identification apps
Severe Color Blindness
Severe Prevalence
You have severe color vision deficiency that significantly impacts color perception.
Diagnostic Criteria:
Easy
≤50%
Medium
≤30%
Hard
≤20%
Recommendations:
- •Consult with an eye care professional
- •Avoid careers requiring precise color distinction
- •Use assistive technologies for color identification