mammography

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-005119",
  "term": "mammography",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "An imaging method that uses low-dose x-rays to create detailed pictures of the breast. It is used to detect cancer and other breast conditions. During the exam, the breasts are positioned one at a time between an x-ray plate and a plastic compression plate. Each breast is gently pressed between the plates to spread the breast tissue for a clearer image. Images are taken from different angles. Mammography is the most common screening test for breast cancer.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/mammography/"
}