MAMMOGRAPHY TEST AVAILABLE C-8/193 SEC 8 ROHINI DELHI 9811552279 7827070020 Mammography is a specialized medical imaging technique that uses low-dose X-rays to examine the breast tissue for the early detection of breast cancer and other breast diseases. It involves taking images of the breast, called mammograms, to identify abnormalities such as masses, microcalcifications, or other changes that may indicate cancer. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Purpose: Mammography is primarily used for screening, which involves examining women without any symptoms to detect breast cancer early, and for diagnosis, which involves examining women with symptoms or abnormalities found during screening. Procedure: A mammogram involves positioning the breast between two plates, which compress the breast tissue to create a clear image. The X-ray machine then produces low-dose X-rays that pass through the breast and are captured on film or digitally. Types: There are two main types of mammography: film-screen mammography and digital mammography. Digital mammography allows for better visualization of dense breast tissue and offers easier image manipulation. Benefits: Mammography is a valuable tool for early detection of breast cancer, which can significantly improve treatment outcomes and survival rates. Risks: Mammography involves exposure to low-dose X-rays, but the benefits of early detection are generally considered to outweigh the risks. Limitations: Mammography may not be suitable for all women, and it is possible for a mammogram to miss cancer (false negative) or identify something abnormal that is not cancer (false positive). When to get a mammogram: The American Cancer Society recommends that women 45-54 get mammograms every year, and women 55 and older can switch to every other year or continue yearly mammograms, according to the American Cancer Society. Women 40-44 have the option to start screening with a mammogram every year.