3D Screening Mammogram in Colorado
The Importance of Routine Mammogram Screenings
A digital 3D screening mammogram is a low-dose x-ray of each breast. This technology captures multiple images from various angles of the breast to provide a more detailed view of the underlying breast tissue. Because screenings can detect small, subtle abnormalities before they can be felt on an exam, the American Cancer Society recommends women 40 years of age or older to perform regular annual or biennial mammograms to look for the earliest signs of breast cancer.
Screening mammography is considered preventive and is usually covered by most health insurance plans. Mammogram abnormalities may present as:
- Distortion
- Masses
- Small white spots called cluster microcalcifications.
Abnormalities may be hard to visualize without advanced radiology imaging and interpretation. Obtaining the clearest images of the breast with 3D mammograms provides the best opportunity for early detection.
How to Prepare for your 3D Screening Mammogram
When you schedule your routine mammogram screening, be sure to let us know if you have any of the following:
Breast implants
History of breast cancer
Dense breast tissue
Family history of breast cancer
Require extra exam time
Need additional accommodations such as:
- Wheelchair use or dependant who need front-door wheelchair access;
- Difficulty standing without assistance for 20 minutes;
- Hearing impaired or needing a translator who can be provided by us upon advanced request.
If you live a long distance away, let us know if you need your images read at the time of your exam. Please also let us know if you will be having any breast surgery, starting hormones, or beginning any treatment in the near future so that we may forward your results to all specialists involved.
On the day of your appointment, we ask that you not apply deodorant. Wear a two-piece outfit if possible. You will change into a robe that gives the mammography technologist better access to perform the imaging exam.
Please tell us the location of your prior examinations so that we may request these ahead of your visit. Many radiology departments use PowerShare to electronically send your images to us. Note that some facilities will not release the outside images to us until you have signed a release form. Our digital film librarian will gladly facilitate this process for you at: (303) 321-2273 x 237
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If a minimally invasive biopsy is needed, results are typically available as soon as the next day. Our free-standing Centers throughout Denver Metro areas ensure that the best Care Team will be assembled if an abnormal or suspicious imaging finding requires further consultation or treatment from other specialists, such as surgeons or oncologists.
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