General Mammogram Preparation

A mammogram is the most common screening exam for breast cancer.  A screening mammogram evaluates breast tissue for any abnormalities, including cysts, other benign abnormalities or malignancies. We suggest that women do not schedule mammograms one week before their menstrual cycle (period) since breasts are usually very sensitive at this time. Also, please:

  • Do not use perfume/powder/underarm deodorant on the day of your exam.
  • It is important that your S. Mark Taper Foundation Imaging Center physician have any previous mammograms available for comparison when reading your current study.  If you have had a previous mammogram, other than at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, please bring the films and reports with you to your exam.

An S. Mark Taper Foundation Imaging Center subspecialty physician reviewing a mammogram on the filmless PACS system.

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