MASSACHUSETTS MAMMOGRAPHY
TECHNOLOGIST EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026 |
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1. What is the primary purpose of mammography?
A. Diagnose lung disease
B. Detect breast cancer and abnormalities
C. Measure bone density
D. Examine heart function
Rationale: Mammography is an imaging technique specifically
designed to visualize breast tissue and detect abnormalities
such as tumors or calcifications.
Correct Answer: B
2. Which imaging modality uses low-dose X-rays to examine
the breast?
A. MRI
B. CT
C. Mammography
D. Ultrasound
Rationale: Mammography employs low-dose X-rays to capture
images of breast tissue for screening and diagnostic purposes.
Correct Answer: C
,3. What is the standard number of views obtained during a
screening mammogram?
A. One per breast
B. Two per breast
C. Three per breast
D. Four per breast
Rationale: Standard screening mammography includes two
views per breast: the craniocaudal (CC) and mediolateral
oblique (MLO).
Correct Answer: B
4. What does the CC view stand for in mammography?
A. Cranial capture
B. Craniocaudal
C. Central compression
D. Chest capture
Rationale: The craniocaudal (CC) view images the breast from
above (cranial) to below (caudal).
Correct Answer: B
5. Which view best visualizes the upper outer quadrant of the
breast?
,A. Craniocaudal (CC)
B. Mediolateral (ML)
C. Mediolateral oblique (MLO)
D. Lateromedial (LM)
Rationale: The MLO view includes the upper outer quadrant
and axillary tail, where many breast cancers occur.
Correct Answer: C
6. What is the main purpose of breast compression during
mammography?
A. Increase patient discomfort
B. Improve image quality and reduce radiation dose
C. Reduce examination time only
D. Prevent patient movement
Rationale: Compression spreads breast tissue, reduces
thickness, decreases radiation dose, and improves image
clarity.
Correct Answer: B
7. Which structure should be visible on a properly positioned
MLO image?
A. Sternum
B. Pectoral muscle
, C. Clavicle
D. Heart
Rationale: The pectoralis major muscle should be visible on the
MLO view to confirm adequate positioning.
Correct Answer: B
8. What is the recommended age for beginning routine
mammography screening for average-risk women according to
many guidelines?
A. 20 years
B. 30 years
C. 40 years
D. 60 years
Rationale: Many screening guidelines recommend starting
routine mammography at age 40.
Correct Answer: C
9. Which type of mammography is used when symptoms such
as a lump are present?
A. Screening mammography
B. Diagnostic mammography
C. Preventive mammography
D. Therapeutic mammography
TECHNOLOGIST EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026 |
INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the primary purpose of mammography?
A. Diagnose lung disease
B. Detect breast cancer and abnormalities
C. Measure bone density
D. Examine heart function
Rationale: Mammography is an imaging technique specifically
designed to visualize breast tissue and detect abnormalities
such as tumors or calcifications.
Correct Answer: B
2. Which imaging modality uses low-dose X-rays to examine
the breast?
A. MRI
B. CT
C. Mammography
D. Ultrasound
Rationale: Mammography employs low-dose X-rays to capture
images of breast tissue for screening and diagnostic purposes.
Correct Answer: C
,3. What is the standard number of views obtained during a
screening mammogram?
A. One per breast
B. Two per breast
C. Three per breast
D. Four per breast
Rationale: Standard screening mammography includes two
views per breast: the craniocaudal (CC) and mediolateral
oblique (MLO).
Correct Answer: B
4. What does the CC view stand for in mammography?
A. Cranial capture
B. Craniocaudal
C. Central compression
D. Chest capture
Rationale: The craniocaudal (CC) view images the breast from
above (cranial) to below (caudal).
Correct Answer: B
5. Which view best visualizes the upper outer quadrant of the
breast?
,A. Craniocaudal (CC)
B. Mediolateral (ML)
C. Mediolateral oblique (MLO)
D. Lateromedial (LM)
Rationale: The MLO view includes the upper outer quadrant
and axillary tail, where many breast cancers occur.
Correct Answer: C
6. What is the main purpose of breast compression during
mammography?
A. Increase patient discomfort
B. Improve image quality and reduce radiation dose
C. Reduce examination time only
D. Prevent patient movement
Rationale: Compression spreads breast tissue, reduces
thickness, decreases radiation dose, and improves image
clarity.
Correct Answer: B
7. Which structure should be visible on a properly positioned
MLO image?
A. Sternum
B. Pectoral muscle
, C. Clavicle
D. Heart
Rationale: The pectoralis major muscle should be visible on the
MLO view to confirm adequate positioning.
Correct Answer: B
8. What is the recommended age for beginning routine
mammography screening for average-risk women according to
many guidelines?
A. 20 years
B. 30 years
C. 40 years
D. 60 years
Rationale: Many screening guidelines recommend starting
routine mammography at age 40.
Correct Answer: C
9. Which type of mammography is used when symptoms such
as a lump are present?
A. Screening mammography
B. Diagnostic mammography
C. Preventive mammography
D. Therapeutic mammography
