Which Tests Are Used for Breast Cancer

In this article, we will discuss breast cancer and the different tests used for the detection of breast cancer disease. We will also discuss some common questions related to breast cancer.

What is Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women or the people assigned women at birth. Breast cancer develops when cancerous cells grow in an uncontrolled manner leading to the formation of tumors. Breast tumours can be through genetic mutation or having a family history. Breast cancer affects women after the age of 50 or older. There are various symptoms of breast cancer including size, shape, lump in the breast, change in the skin of the breast or nipple etc. Men can also develop cancer in some cases.

Which Tests Are Used for Breast Cancer?

Patients can go for a variety of tests for the detection of breast cancer, patients can go for blood tests, imaging tests and genetic tests. The test will be advised by the healthcare professional as per the need and condition. Here we will discuss some tests for breast cancer.

PET-CT scan: The full form of PET-CT is positron emission tomography-computed tomography is the evolved level of imaging test, which utilises radioactive tracers for the examination of oddities and cancers in the breast. The procedure involves injecting a radioactive tracer into the body and the patient is allowed to rest for 1 hour till the tracer reaches the target area. The patient is made to lie on the table attached to the scanner. The tables slide in and the scanner captures the images of the concerned area for the detection of breast cancer.
MRI Scan: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Breast Scan is the imaging test used to detect abnormalities in the breast. This procedure uses magnetic waves for the detection of abnormalities in the breast. In some cases, healthcare providers can also utilise contrast material for the diagnosis of breast abnormalities. Patients with implants should always alert healthcare professionals about the implants because magnetic waves can displace the metallic implants in the body.
CT Scan: Computed tomography is a non-invasive imaging technique used to detect breast cancer through motorized X-rays. This process takes images of the abnormal area and mixes them to construct 3D images of the abnormal area. This gives a detailed summary of breast cancer.
Ultrasound Scan: This non-invasive scan uses sound waves for the detection of breast cancer. Sound waves are sent through the transducer into the body, which bounces back from the cells. Clear gel is used in the technique to make smooth movement of transducer on the body and gel also helps to bypass any variation of the sound waves.
Mammography: Mammography uses X-rays for breast cancer detection, the patient’s breast is compressed between a plate and a paddle and an X-ray machine is made to take pictures of the breast. These films are used to capture these imprints electronically.

Other Tests Used in Breast Cancer Diagnosis:

Biopsy test: In this test, a small part of breast tissue is taken for diagnosis and cells of the breast are examined under a microscope. The healthcare expert after examination will write the report for the breast cancer and degree of breast cancer.
Blood tests: Different types of blood tests are also used for the detection of breast cancer.

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Conclusion

Breast cancer is a common type of cancer in females. Breast cancer is more common after the age of 50 or maybe before as well. There are different symptoms of breast cancer like a lump in the breast, change in the colour of the nipple, hardening of breasts etc. There are various tests used for breast cancer detection. Imaging tests for breast cancer detection include PET-CT scan, CT scan, MRI, Ultrasound and packaged breast tests are also available at Ganesh Diagnostic Centre.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer is very common in females and is prominent after the age of 50. Breast cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells leading to the formation of lumps.

What are the Symptoms of Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer symptoms r include changes in the nipple colour, breast harness, lumps in breasts, blood through nipples etc.

Which tests are used for Breast Cancer diagnosis?

Different types of tests are used to diagnose breast cancer.Breast cancer tests can range from blood tests, imaging tests and genetic tests. Tests like PET-CT, MRI, ultrasound, mammography etc.