A mammogram is the most useful method of diagnosing breast cancer because it
a. is the most reliable method of detecting breast cancer before it becomes palpable.
b. is inexpensive and covered by most medical insurance plans.
c. involves no radiation and takes only a few minutes.
d. involves no pain or discomfort and is readily available.
A
Mammography is radiography of the soft tissue of the breast to allow identification of various benign and neoplastic processes, especially those not palpable on physical exam.
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