Mammography Registry Review
Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the standard imaging view used in screening mammography?
✔✔Cranio-caudal (CC) and mediolateral oblique (MLO) views
Why is the mediolateral oblique (MLO) view important in mammography?
✔✔It visualizes the upper outer quadrant and axillary tail of the breast
At what age is routine screening mammography recommended for average-risk women?
✔✔40–50 years and older, per guidelines
Which type of breast tissue appears radiopaque (white) on a mammogram?
✔✔Fibroglandular tissue
Which type of breast tissue appears radiolucent (dark) on a mammogram?
✔✔Fatty tissue
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,What is the purpose of compression during a mammogram?
✔✔To reduce breast thickness, improve image quality, and minimize radiation dose
Which positioning technique ensures visualization of the nipple in profile?
✔✔Proper alignment of the breast on the image receptor with adequate compression
What is the primary difference between screening and diagnostic mammography?
✔✔Screening is routine and asymptomatic; diagnostic evaluates symptoms or abnormal findings
What is a common artifact that can mimic pathology on a mammogram?
✔✔Motion blur due to patient movement
What is the term for a small calcium deposit seen on mammography?
✔✔Microcalcifications
Why are microcalcifications clinically significant?
✔✔They may indicate early ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
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,What is the purpose of magnification views in mammography?
✔✔To evaluate microcalcifications more clearly
Which positioning view is best for visualizing medial breast tissue?
✔✔Cranio-caudal (CC) view
Which positioning view is best for visualizing lateral breast tissue?
✔✔Mediolateral oblique (MLO) view
How should a technologist reduce patient discomfort during mammography?
✔✔Communicate, adjust compression gradually, and use proper positioning
What is the role of breast density assessment in mammography reporting?
✔✔Dense breast tissue may mask lesions and increase cancer risk
What is the BI-RADS system used for?
✔✔Standardizing mammography findings and management recommendations
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, Which BI-RADS category indicates a normal finding?
✔✔BI-RADS 1
Which BI-RADS category indicates a finding that is probably benign?
✔✔BI-RADS 3
Which BI-RADS category indicates suspicious abnormality requiring biopsy?
✔✔BI-RADS 4
Which BI-RADS category indicates a finding highly suggestive of malignancy?
✔✔BI-RADS 5
What is the purpose of spot compression in mammography?
✔✔To improve visualization of a specific area of concern
Why is patient history important before performing a mammogram?
✔✔To identify risk factors, prior surgeries, implants, or symptoms
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the standard imaging view used in screening mammography?
✔✔Cranio-caudal (CC) and mediolateral oblique (MLO) views
Why is the mediolateral oblique (MLO) view important in mammography?
✔✔It visualizes the upper outer quadrant and axillary tail of the breast
At what age is routine screening mammography recommended for average-risk women?
✔✔40–50 years and older, per guidelines
Which type of breast tissue appears radiopaque (white) on a mammogram?
✔✔Fibroglandular tissue
Which type of breast tissue appears radiolucent (dark) on a mammogram?
✔✔Fatty tissue
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,What is the purpose of compression during a mammogram?
✔✔To reduce breast thickness, improve image quality, and minimize radiation dose
Which positioning technique ensures visualization of the nipple in profile?
✔✔Proper alignment of the breast on the image receptor with adequate compression
What is the primary difference between screening and diagnostic mammography?
✔✔Screening is routine and asymptomatic; diagnostic evaluates symptoms or abnormal findings
What is a common artifact that can mimic pathology on a mammogram?
✔✔Motion blur due to patient movement
What is the term for a small calcium deposit seen on mammography?
✔✔Microcalcifications
Why are microcalcifications clinically significant?
✔✔They may indicate early ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
2
,What is the purpose of magnification views in mammography?
✔✔To evaluate microcalcifications more clearly
Which positioning view is best for visualizing medial breast tissue?
✔✔Cranio-caudal (CC) view
Which positioning view is best for visualizing lateral breast tissue?
✔✔Mediolateral oblique (MLO) view
How should a technologist reduce patient discomfort during mammography?
✔✔Communicate, adjust compression gradually, and use proper positioning
What is the role of breast density assessment in mammography reporting?
✔✔Dense breast tissue may mask lesions and increase cancer risk
What is the BI-RADS system used for?
✔✔Standardizing mammography findings and management recommendations
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, Which BI-RADS category indicates a normal finding?
✔✔BI-RADS 1
Which BI-RADS category indicates a finding that is probably benign?
✔✔BI-RADS 3
Which BI-RADS category indicates suspicious abnormality requiring biopsy?
✔✔BI-RADS 4
Which BI-RADS category indicates a finding highly suggestive of malignancy?
✔✔BI-RADS 5
What is the purpose of spot compression in mammography?
✔✔To improve visualization of a specific area of concern
Why is patient history important before performing a mammogram?
✔✔To identify risk factors, prior surgeries, implants, or symptoms
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