
Breast MRI uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed pictures of breast tissue and surrounding anatomy. It is approved by the FDA as an additional tool to help diagnose and detect breast cancers.
Suburban Imaging offers two types of breast MRI. A referral from your healthcare provider is needed prior to scheduling either exam.
Standard Breast MRI
This is a diagnostic exam that is used for evaluating implants, further evaluating breast abnormalities found on mammography or ultrasound, planning cancer treatment, assessing the extent of cancer, and is also used as an additional test for women at high risk of developing breast cancer (greater than 20% lifetime risk).
This is a screening exam for women with dense breast tissue and/or a moderately increased risk of developing breast cancer (15%-20% lifetime risk). Abbreviated Breast MRI is used in conjunction with screening mammography; mammography is still the first test you should have to screen for breast cancer.
To calculate your risk of developing breast cancer, visit the Cancer.gov website: www.cancer.gov/bcrisktool