There are certain breast routine tests that should be carried out once a woman attains the age of 40yrs and over. These tests should be recommended by your physician.

The most widely used methods are Mammogram, Ultrasound scan and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Regular screening of the Breast for Cancer is very vital. Early detection of Breast Cancer can save ones life and Breast.

A mammogram ia an x-ray picture of the breast. It can detect cancer when it is still small and easier to treat. This test is not painful, but it could be rather uncomfortable for a few seconds. The picture is taken by a technologist, while the radiologist would examine and read the picture for any changes. The result also depends on the density of the breast. you could follow these simple steps in getting a mammogram;

Steps to follow in getting a mammogram

	Pick a good time, it could be a week after your menstruation
	Come prepared, wear a blouse you can easily remove. To obtain a good result, do not use anything on your underarms or breast such as lotion, deodorant, talcum powder or perfume.
	Identify a certified facility that is used frequently.
	Gather information about what the mammogram ia all about, your family and personal mediacl history.
	Please make sure you go for and keep your results, in order to be able to compare with the next mammogram results.

Ultrasound (or sonogram)

Is a method popularly used to check a pregnant woman's developing baby. this can also be used to check for the types of breast lumps, it can detect the size, texture, shape and density. An ultrasound is safe and painless, and uses no radiation. It is done by spreading a thin layer of gel over the breast, an ultrasound device is then used back and forth and sends out waves that make different kinds of echoes when they bounce off various types of tissue in the body.

MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging

A machine that makes precise images of the inside of the body, as well as tissue and fluids. It uses a large magnetic and radio waves to measure the electromagnetic signals ones body naturally gives off.