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What is Sonomammography Test?

Sonomammography is a critical ultrasound test to check for any abnormalities on the breast. It is non-invasive and painless and causes no side effects. It is effective in detecting breast cancer.

A sonomammography is an ultrasound test performed on the breast (or mammary region of females). It is like any other typical ultrasonography (USG) and has no side effects. Furthermore, it is mainly done as a routine health check-up for the breast. This test can help detect any abnormalities in the breast tissue and is an excellent diagnostic tool to detect breast cancer in its early stages. The procedure gives the required results within a short time as well.

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    Sonomammography is one of the most effective diagnostic tools used to detect breast lumps early so that treatment can begin at the earliest. It is primarily tested on women who experience early signs and symptoms of breast cancer. With an early diagnosis, the mortality rate for this fatal disease can be reduced.

    Doctors usually refer to the Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System or BI-RADS to decipher the test results of a sonomammography. This reporting system has certain specific terminology that any doctor can refer to understand the results of your sonomammogram. If you wish to understand the results of your sonomammography, your doctor will likely help you out.

    If you find that a new lump has developed anywhere in and around your breast or underarm, it is a cause for concern, and you should get a sonomammography done. However, there are other symptoms like thickening of the breast tissue, irritation in the breast, etc., that could indicate the need for a sonomammography test.

    During a sonomammography, the lab technician (sonographer) will first ask you to lay on your back. Following this, a cool lubricating gel is applied to your breast to facilitate the movement of the transducer (a handheld device that transmits ultrasound). You will not feel any pain during the test as it is non-invasive.

    Mammograms test results are reported by a radiologist or any other specialized doctor or surgeon. A radiologist uses the Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) methodology to rate the results between 0 and 6. If the results are scored closer to 0, it means there may be some abnormalities that have been detected.

    The difference between a sonomammogram and a mammogram is that the former uses ultrasound waves to develop images of the breast tissue, while the latter uses radiation to do the same. During a mammogram, the breast is placed between two plates and passed under radiation. It develops a detailed image of its internal structure.

    In usual circumstances, you can expect the test results to arrive within two weeks. However, if you are going for a mammogram as a follow-up, you may get the results of your test instantaneously. Since the time to produce mammogram results can vary from clinic to clinic, you should inquire with your doctor beforehand.

    An ultrasound (or sonomammography) can help identify lumps in the outer portion of the breast tissue, but it may not always be successful in identifying them deeper in the breast tissue. A mammogram can do this with ease, as it even shows the minutest details like calcium deposits around a tumor.

    A conventional mammogram is very similar to an X-ray, as it uses radiation to check the breast tissue for any abnormalities. Conventional mammograms are extremely useful in identifying any lumps and tumors in their early stages. Hence, women who wish to protect themselves from breast cancer usually opt for an annual conventional mammogram.

    A sonomammography test (or sonomammogram) is considered much safer than conventional mammograms for only one reason. The former does not use any form of radiation that could have side effects on sensitive breast tissue. Sonomammography uses only harmless ultrasound, whereas mammograms use radiation. 

     

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