Mammography Practice Test 3: Pathology and Standard Positioning questions with correct answers

A breast cancer that develops from the cells of the breast lobules in commonly referred to as? CORRECT ANSWER-Lobular carcinoma Signs and symptoms of breast disease may include? 1. Breast lump 2. Nipple discharge 3. Skin dimpling CORRECT ANSWER-All of the above The majority of breast cancers originate from the? 1. Ductal epithelium 2. Vascular longings 3. Lymphatic tissues CORRECT ANSWER-1 only A benign condition found in males characterized by an asymmetrical density in the subareolar region is? CORRECT ANSWER-Gynecomastia Disproportionate amounts of tissue from one breast to the other describes? CORRECT ANSWER-Asymmetry Which of the following are classic characteristics of malignant masses? 1. Stellate appearance 2. Smooth borders 3. Increased density when compared to surroun