Mammography - GSBS Medical Trust Mumbai

Mammography is a special type of imaging done by radiologists to diagnose breast abnormalities such as breast cancer.

In some cases, one may also require to undergo additional imaging tests such as ultrasonography along with mammography.

When is it done?
A mammography is usually done when one experiences symptoms of breast cancer such as a lump in the breast tissues (Note: There are many other reasons why breast lumps may develop but a mammography can help rule out the possibility of breast cancer).
It is important to know that though breast cancer is more common in women, men can get breast cancer too. If you notice a painless lump or thickening in your breast tissue or observe any changes to the skin covering your breast, or any changes to your nipple, it is important to visit a doctor at the earliest.
Women above the age of 45 are more prone to breast cancer and therefore are advised to do yearly screenings for the same.
After the age of 54, these screenings may be reduced to once in two years.
Similarly, women with the history of breast cancer in the family are also advised to do screenings for prevention / early detection.

Please search for your test below to find the centre closest to you.
(Kindly email us on info@gsbsmedicaltrust.org for more details or call the respective centre.)

What you need to do:

1) Call the respective centre to book an appointment.

2) Arrive 15 minutes early to complete the registration process.

3) Do not use perfume/powder/cream on the day of the test and remove all metallic objects & jewellery before the test.

4) Please bring all your previous X-ray images and reports, if any.


Your procedure with us:

1) You will be given a patient gown to change into.

2) A female X-Ray technician will take two X-Rays of each breast.

3) You will be asked to hold your breath when the image is taken.


Reports:

Reports will be made available between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.