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Breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography)

A Breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) is a mammography test of the breast. It shows layered images that reduce overlapping tissue; reported with BI-RADS. Typical effective dose 0.5 to 0.6 mSv, similar to about 2 months of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).

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What it shows

Layered images that reduce overlapping tissue; reported with BI-RADS.

Why it is done

Screening or diagnostic breast imaging, dense breasts.

Preparation

Avoid deodorant, powder or lotion on the day. Best about a week after a period.

Radiation & safety

Typical effective dose 0.5 to 0.6 mSv, similar to about 2 months of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.

How long it takes

about 20 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

Sample type

Mammography

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निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।

सामान्य प्रश्न

What does a 3d mammogram show?
Layered images that reduce overlapping tissue; reported with BI-RADS.

Why is a 3d mammogram done?
Screening or diagnostic breast imaging, dense breasts.

How do I prepare for a 3d mammogram?
Avoid deodorant, powder or lotion on the day. Best about a week after a period.

Does a 3d mammogram use radiation?
Typical effective dose 0.5 to 0.6 mSv, similar to about 2 months of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.

How long does a 3d mammogram take?
about 20 minutes

Breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) क्यों किया जाता है?
Screening or diagnostic breast imaging, dense breasts.

Breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Avoid deodorant, powder or lotion on the day. Best about a week after a period.

Breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 0.5 to 0.6 mSv, similar to about 2 months of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.

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