Put on front-opening gown. Discomfort disappears when the test is finished. Rest one breast on the table, above an X-ray cassette. Technician places compressor on breast. You are asked to hold your breath.
Procedure is repeated on other breast.
You may be asked to wait a short while until films are developed. Resume normal activities. Time before results are reported to the doctor or patient varies from a few minutes to a few days. No abnormalities, such as masses or calcification, seen on X-ray. Previous breast surgery.