Mammogram - University Hospital Limerick
Radiology
Saint Nessan's Road, Limerick, V94F858
- 061 482126
Internal Directions: 4th Floor, Leben Building
Contact Person: Ms Martina Condon
Radiology
Radiology uses medical imaging to diagnose and treat diseases. The Radiology Department provides a range of services including: breast ultrasound, cath lab, CT scans, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, hybrid theatre vascular imaging, interventional radiology therapy, mammogram, MRI scans, nuclear medicine, obstetric ultrasound, ultrasound and x-ray.
Mammogram
A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast and is often used to look for early signs of breast cancer Your breasts will be x-rayed one at a time. The breast is placed on the x-ray machine and gently but firmly compressed with a clear plate. Two x-rays are taken of each breast from different angles. The mammogram itself takes only a few moments to complete.
Referrals and Appointments
Available to: All patients
Who needs to refer you: Consultant, GP
Consultants
Page last reviewed: May 29, 2023, 2:40 p.m.