Breast Ultrasound

At Apex Radiology we offer a breast ultrasound service which allows for “real time” imaging. Ultrasound uses sound waves to make pictures of the breast tissue. A person places a small device on the skin with gel. It is a safe procedure that produces no known side effects. 

It helps diagnose symptoms and doctors often perform it alongside a mammogram to gather more information. For example, it can help in the diagnosis of cysts. It is also useful as a means of performing a biopsy. 

The scan uses no radiation and is usually painless, unless your breasts are very sensitive. Please let our staff know this at the time of your appointment. 

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If you have noticed a change in your breasts or a mammogram has detected an abnormality, your general practitioner may request you to have a breast ultrasound. A breast ultrasound is a non-invasive, painless test that uses sound waves to form an image of structures in the breast, which helps your healthcare provider determine whether these changes are caused by a non-cancerous or benign lump of tissue or a breast cancer based upon the shape, location and other characteristics visible on ultrasound.

A breast ultrasound is a painless procedure that doesn’t use radiation so is also safe for screening pregnant women. The sonographer, the medical professional administering your breast ultrasound, will spread gel on the area/s to be scanned. They will then move a small device called a transducer over your breast and the lymph nodes in your armpit.  The scan usually takes 15-20 minutes.

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