Patient Info

Breast Screening with Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (Thermography)

Purpose of test:

For early detection of abnormal changes in the breasts requiring further diagnostic testing.

Patient preparation:

• 72 Hours prior to appt. for Full Body Scan — NO SHAVING
• 48 Hours prior to appt. for WHS and B/E — NO SHAVING
• 12 Hours prior to appt. — NO SUNBATHING or EXERCISE
• 2 Hours prior to appt. — NO LOTIONS, DEODORANTS, CREAMS OR POWDERS
• 2 Hours prior to appt. — NO SMOKING
• 2 Hours prior to appt. NO EATING OR DRINKING ANY CAFFEINE PRODUCTS
• Avoid taking any medications until after the exam
• No treatments the day of the exam, for example chiropractic, ultrasound, massage
• Disrobing—Remove all upper body clothing and jewelry—Put on surgical gown supplied
• Inform your Thermographer if you have had any recent skin lesions on your breasts, the inflammation can cause a false positive result

How the test will feel:

• The number of people involved in the procedure will be limited to protect your privacy.
• The room air may feel cool on your breasts as they adjust to room temperatures before scanning.
• Examining room temperatures are comfortable when you disrobe for the examination.
• Any apprehension about the sophisticated thermography equipment is soon dispelled, the procedure is totally non invasive, the camera does not emit radiation of any kind.

Time before test results available:

• Time before results are reported to the doctor or patient varies from a few hours to a few days.

Frequently asked question:

Who performs test? A female clinical thermographer

Any risks or side effects? None. Procedure non-invasive, Non-contact, no radiation.

How long does it take? Patient time for test 15-20 min.

If this is your 1^st screening/thermal imaging please be advised you will need to get a 2^nd screening/thermal in 3months to establish a baseline.

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