Please bring along all of your previous x-rays for comparison.

Appointments are necessary. Please call the location where service is available directly.

As the developing embryo is much more sensitive to x-radiation exposure, patients must inform the radiographer or physician, prior to any x-ray examination if there is any possibility of pregnancy.

It is an advantage if separates (e.g., blouse and pants or skirt) are worn instead of a one-piece attire. Do not apply any talcum or any such similar powder on the breast.

The following questions will be asked prior to the examination for a complete history of the patient:

Any lumps. If so, its location
Any discharge from the nipple
Any history of mastectomy
Any previous biopsy or aspiration
Any previous history of lumpectomy
Any silicon implant
No. of children and were they breast fed
Age of first menstrual period
Last menstrual period
Is the menses regular/irregular or menopause
Any history of hysterectomy
Any history of taking birth control pill/oestrogen/progesterone/ cortisone. If so, how many years
Any family history of cancer. If so relationship to patient and type of lesion