Key Dos and Don’ts when taking an image for review

• Do use a smartphone with a good camera

• Do use good natural lighting - outdoor light is best where possible - not too bright

• Do clearly capture the area of concern - most phone cameras can take clear, focused images from 60 mm (6 cm) to 100 mm (10 cm) away from the subject

• Do take focused pictures

• Do not have irrelevant distractions in the picture, like watches, jewellery etc 

• Point your finger or preferably mark a circle around the lesion you want examined

• If possible, place a small metric ruler near the lesion 

• Upload the best image you take - zoom in on it and check it is clearly in focus

 

*A tele-spot spot check is not a formal skin cancer consultation. This can be for 1 spot or several. This does not involve any prescriptions or treatments. If you require a procedure or treatment after this examination, one can be scheduled for you.