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  • Dry eye disease (DED) diagnosis relies on various clinical tests.
  • The accuracy of DED diagnosis can be influenced by the specific tests employed.
  • Previous studies have not fully quantified the diagnostic likelihood associated with different test combinations.

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  • Using any single test or minimal criteria (symptoms + one test) for DED poses a significant risk of misdiagnosis.
  • Performing a comprehensive panel of tests and integrating their results is crucial to minimize diagnostic errors.
  • Simultaneous conjunctival and corneal staining should be recognized as a critical diagnostic indicator in future DED guidelines.