What is a mammogram?
A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast that can be used to check for breast cancer in women, even if they have no signs or symptoms of the disease. Screening mammograms usually involve two or more X-ray pictures
of each breast. The images often make it possible to detect tumors that cannot be felt. Screening mammograms can also find micro calcifications (tiny deposits of calcium) that sometimes indicate the presence of breast cancer.
What is 3D mammography?
Three-dimensional (3D) mammography, also known as digital breast tomosynthesis, is the latest mammogram technology being used for breast cancer screening.
How does 3D mammography work?
A 3D scan takes a series of X-rays of the breast from different angles, creating a three-dimensional image of the breast. The breast is positioned and compressed in
the same way as a conventional mammogram, but because of the 3D view, tomosynthesis has been shown to decrease the number of women who need additional mammogram views to evaluate a possible abnormality.
PATIENT REQUIREMENTS
• Age 30 and above, female only
• Age 30-39 (must confirm insurance coverage; confirmation of coverage and/or if pre-authorization is needed)
• No current breast problems (breast implants are allowed)
• Must be able to climb stairs
• Must be able to stand for duration of mammogram
• Must be at least one year since last mammogram