Mammography

Mammography is a specific type of imaging that uses a low-dose x-ray system to examine breasts. A mammography exam, called a mammogram, is used to aid in the diagnosis of breast diseases in women.

A mammogram requires a small amount of radiation and a moderate amout of compression pressure on the breast to penetrate the tissue and allow an adequate evaluation of the breast for abnormalities.  The image is analyzed by computer-assisted detection software and evaluated by a radiologist prior to reporting results to you and your doctor.

Although not a perfect test, mammography currently is the best diagnostic test for screening for breast cancer.  Screening mammograms do not require a physician's order and frequently can be performed on a "walk-in" basis at NRG.

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