10 Questions
True or false: Mammography is a screening procedure that uses high doses of X-rays to produce an image of the breast morphology?
False
True or false: Mammography is used to diagnose breast cancer in the late stages?
False
True or false: Mammographic system design includes a high-resolution phosphorescent screen with phosphor crystals that emit light when exposed to X-rays?
True
True or false: Mammography can only be used for diagnosing breast cancer in females?
False
True or false: On a film mammogram, low density tissues, such as fat, appear white?
False
What is the purpose of Mammography?
To produce an image of the breast morphology, normal anatomy, and gross pathology
What is the function of the paddle in mammography?
To compress and place the breasts during imaging
What appears dark on a film mammogram?
Low density tissues like fat
What is the purpose of the collimator in the mammographic system?
To restrict the size and shape of the X-ray beam
What do mammograms refer to?
Images produced through mammography
Test your knowledge about mammography, a screening procedure using low doses of X-rays to create images of breast tissue for early detection of breast cancer. This quiz covers the equipment used and the importance of mammography in diagnosing breast cancer.
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