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Radiology Affiliates Imaging offers a variety of diagnostic imaging services and procedures. Please select a procedure listed below to learn more about that study.

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Diagnostic Mammography

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What Is Diagnostic Mammography?

While a screening mammogram is encouraged each year for women who do not have significant breast symptoms, your doctor may order a diagnostic mammogram if you are experiencing a worrisome lump, changes in the breast skin, pain, nipple discharge, or if you have a personal history of breast cancer. Diagnostic mammography may also be performed if your screening mammogram demonstrates a possible abnormality. The type and number of mammographic views taken will be customized to your situation.

For more information on this and other radiology procedures, please visit: www.radiologyinfo.com

What Is CAD?

Our radiologists utilize Computer Aided Detection (CAD) to further review breast images. Studies show that the use of CAD may increase the detection rate of breast cancer. It works like a second pair of eyes, reviewing a patient's mammogram after the radiologist makes the initial interpretation.

What Should I Expect?

Please allow up to one hour for your exam. You are asked to not wear body powder or deodorant. Two-piece clothing is more convenient. To reduce tenderness have a caffeine-free diet for several days before the exam. During your diagnostic mammogram appointment, the radiologist may decide it is necessary to perform a breast ultrasound in order to assess the characteristics of a lump. A breast ultrasound examination produces images of your breast using inaudible sound waves in a frequency range far above the range of human hearing. A hypoallergenic, water-soluble gel will then be applied to your breast to prevent air from getting between the ultrasound source and your skin. A small probe will be passed over the surface of your breast, producing a painless sensation of light pressure on your skin.

When Will I Receive Results?

At the time of your visit, the radiologist will review your exam results with you and explain any further recommendations. You and your physician will receive written notification of the outcome of your mammogram from Radiology Affiliates.

If you have had a previous mammogram at a facility other than Radiology Affiliates, please let us know so that we may obtain these films for the radiologists to compare with your new studies. As with screening mammography, it is extremely important for the radiologist to have your prior films for comparison, as it enhances the doctor's ability to detect a subtle change or small abnormality on your current mammogram.

How Do I Make An Appointment?

If you would like to make an appointment, please call (609) 585-8800 and select option 5. Or you can request an appointment on line.