Our Services

What to expect during an mammogram?

During a mammogram, you will be asked to undress from the waist up and put on a gown. The radiologic technologist will position your breast on the mammography machine's plate and compress the breast with a paddle. This compression helps to even out the thickness of breast tissue and ensures that all areas of the breast are included in the X-ray. The compression may be uncomfortable but it is important in order to produce the best quality images

The technologist will take two X-rays of each breast—one from the top and one from the side. The entire process usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

It's important to inform the radiologic technologist if you have breast implants or if you are pregnant, as these conditions may require special positioning and images to avoid any damage to these structures.

It is normal to feel some mild discomfort while the breast is being compressed during the mammogram, but it should not be painful. The technologist will ask you to hold still during the X-ray and may ask you to hold your breath for a moment to minimize any movement.

How to prepare for an mammogram?

Here are some things to keep in mind when preparing for a mammogram:

• Schedule your mammogram for a time of the month when your breasts are least tender. For many women, this is a week or two after their menstrual period.
• Avoid using deodorant, powder, or lotion on your underarms or breasts on the day of the mammogram. These products can appear on the X-ray as calcium spots and can make it difficult to see any abnormalities.
• Wear a two-piece outfit so you can undress easily from the waist up.
• Inform the radiology facility or the technologist if you have breast implants, if you are pregnant, or if you have any other conditions that may require special positioning or images during the mammogram.
• If you have had previous mammograms, bring the images and report with you to the appointment, as they can be very helpful in interpreting the new images.
• Be on time for your appointment, as mammograms are usually done on a tight schedule and delays may be difficult to accommodate.
• Don't hesitate to ask questions if you have any concerns or need additional information before or during the mammogram, the staff will be more than happy to help you.

Which areas of the body can you scan with mammogram ?

A mammogram is a type of X-ray imaging specifically used to examine the breasts. The breast tissue is positioned between a plastic plate and an X-ray plate and then compressed slightly to get a clear image, typically two images per breast are taken one from top-down(craniocaudal view) and other from side(mediolateral-oblique view). These images can show any abnormalities or masses in the breast tissue, such as lumps or tumors, as well as other potential issues like calcifications. If any abnormalities are found on the mammogram, additional imaging or biopsy may be recommended to confirm or rule out the presence of breast cancer. It is important to note that mammogram is only used to image breast tissue, it is not used to image any other part of the body.