Mammography / Breast Imaging
Mammography or mammogram is a type of imaging that uses low-dose X-ray to examine breast tissue. There are two types of mammograms.
- Screening mammography is recommended each year to examine breast tissue and check for breast abnormalities.
- Diagnostic mammography may be recommended to further examine an area of concern, lump, cyst or follow-up after a screening mammography.
A new technology called Breast Tomosynthesis or 3-D Mammography can be used in a screening or diagnostic mammography. This new technology allows the radiologist to view the breast in thin "slices" rather than as a whole, which improves the detection of lesions and reduces the need for additional views of the breast.
Locations
Breast imaging is available at these locations:
