Breast imaging · Rosebud
Diagnostic mammography
At a glance
- Referral
- NeededA diagnostic mammogram is requested by your doctor
- Billing
- Ask when you bookSome procedures attract a charge, and we'll let you know if yours does
- Where
- Rosebud30 Boneo Road, Rosebud
Overview
When your doctor needs
a closer look.
A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast.
Screening mammograms are done routinely to look for breast cancer in women who have no apparent symptoms. Diagnostic mammograms are different: they're used after a suspicious result on a screening mammogram, or when signs of breast cancer lead your doctor to check the breast tissue.
Compare
Screening or diagnostic?
Both are mammograms (X-rays of the breast), but they have different jobs.
Screening mammogram
A routine check when you have no symptoms.
- Looks for signs of breast cancer in women who have no apparent symptoms
- Booked through BreastScreen Victoria
Diagnostic mammogram
A closer look when something needs checking.
- Used after a suspicious result on a screening mammogram
- Or when signs of breast cancer lead your doctor to check the breast tissue
Preparation
Getting ready.
We'll let you know about any preparation when you book. Just remember to bring your referral.
As advised
Before your mammogram
- (01)
We'll give you any preparation instructions when you book your appointment.
- (02)
Bring your referral from your doctor.
On the day
What happens on the day.
Step 1: Before you come
Bring your referral and your Medicare card.
Step 2: Your mammogram
Our radiographer takes X-ray images of the breast.
Step 3: Your results
Your doctor can view your images online within minutes, and once our radiologist has reported, the results go straight to them. Book a follow-up with your doctor to talk through what they mean.
Good to know
Your questions,
answered.
(01)What's the difference between a diagnostic and a screening mammogram?
A screening mammogram is a routine check for women with no apparent symptoms. A diagnostic mammogram is used after a suspicious screening result, or when signs of breast cancer lead your doctor to check the breast tissue.
(02)Do I need a referral?
Yes. A diagnostic mammogram is requested by your doctor. For a routine screen with no symptoms, book through BreastScreen Victoria.
(03)Where can I have a diagnostic mammogram?
At our Rosebud clinic, 30 Boneo Road, Rosebud.
(04)Is it bulk billed?
Some procedures attract a charge. Our team will let you know about any cost when you book.
You might
also need.
Not sure which scan you need? Your referral will say, or you can browse all our services.
Next step
Book your mammogram.
Request a time at our Rosebud clinic online with a photo of your referral, or give the Rosebud team a call.
Prefer to call? Rosebud (03) 5986 6400