If an abnormality is detected during a normal breast cancer screening procedure, your doctor may recommend a breast ultrasound to further analyze it.
A breast ultrasound uses sound waves to create an image of the breast and is usually performed to further analyze an abnormality seen on your screening mammogram. They are also used to create a more detailed image of lumps that can be felt in the breast.
Breast ultrasounds help determine the need for a biopsy or additional testing, as well as to distinguish normal findings like cysts or fat lobules from suspicious breast changes that need further attention. If you have a suspicious breast mass, ultrasounds can be used to look for enlarged lymph nodes under the arm. They are also often used to guide a needle to breast lesions and abnormal lymph nodes during breast biopsies.
Please Note: Breast ultrasounds are currently not recommended for regular breast cancer screening and are not covered by insurance as a screening exam.
If you are in need of a breast ultrasound, visit one of our radiology clinics below.
Learn more about how INTEGRIS Health uses high frequency sound waves used to evaluate a specific area or tissue within the breast.
Learn more about how INTEGRIS Health uses high frequency sound waves used to evaluate a specific area or tissue within the breast.
Learn more about how INTEGRIS Health uses high frequency sound waves used to evaluate a specific area or tissue within the breast.
Learn more about how INTEGRIS Health uses high frequency sound waves used to evaluate a specific area or tissue within the breast.
Learn more about how INTEGRIS Health uses high frequency sound waves used to evaluate a specific area or tissue within the breast.
Learn more about how INTEGRIS Health uses high frequency sound waves used to evaluate a specific area or tissue within the breast.
Learn more about how INTEGRIS Health uses high frequency sound waves used to evaluate a specific area or tissue within the breast.
