This is a special x-ray of the breast that provides images on a computer. Check with your provider to see if they use film or digital images.
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This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.
An x-ray of the breast with digital images to evaluate lumps or other symptoms
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Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.
You will be asked to undress from the waist up. You will be given a gown to wear. Depending on the type of equipment used, you will sit or stand.
Additional mammogram views -- called magnification or compression views
Breast ultrasound
Breast MRI exam (less commonly done)
One breast at a time is rested on a flat surface that contains the x-ray plate. A device called a compressor will be pressed firmly against the breast. This helps flatten the breast tissue. The x-ray pictures are taken from several angles. You may be asked to hold your breath as each picture is taken. You may be asked to come back at a later date for more mammogram images. This does not always mean you have breast cancer. The doctor may simply need to recheck an area that could not be clearly seen on the first test. Digital mammography is a newer technique. It allows the x-ray image of the breast to be viewed and manipulated on a computer screen. It improves accuracy, but it is not yet available everywhere. The compressor surfaces may feel cold. When the breast is pressed down, you may have some pain. This needs to be done to get good quality images. At times, the following tests are also needed to further examine mammogram findings: Additional mammogram views -- called magnification or compression views Breast ultrasound Breast MRI exam (less commonly done) Comparing your current mammogram to your past mammograms helps the radiologist tell whether you had an abnormal finding in the past and whether it has changed.
Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.
To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.
Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.
This procedure involves the removal of a suspicious sample of breast tissue to check for the presence of abnormal, or cancerous, cells. This care bundle includes an office visit before and after the surgical procedure.
This is a special x-ray of the breast that provides images on radiology film. Check with your provider to see if they use film or digital images.
This is a special x-ray of the breast that provides images on a computer. Check with your provider to see if they use film or digital images.
This is a special x-ray of the breast that provides images on radiology film. Check with your provider to see if they use film or digital images.
This test uses sound waves to create detailed images of the structures in the breast.