Outpatient Services & Diagnostic Tests at the Jeane M. Dorini Women’s Health and Resource Center at Holy Cross HealthPlex

Digital Mammography
There are two types of Mammogram: diagnostic and screening. This is a radiographic examination of the breast and axillary soft tissue. The type of exam performed is dependent on patient history. Click here for more information about the procedure

Breast Needle Localization
This is a radiographic examination of the breast to place a guide wire in the mass to be excised.

Stereotactic Breast Core Biopsy
This is an examination of the breast under x-ray control to examine an area of interest with a mass or calcifications, and remove tissue samples for histology.

Galactogram
This is a radiographic procedure to demonstrate the patency (openness) of a milk duct by introducing contrast medium into the duct, through the opening on the nipple. The patient or physicians office makes the appointment. The patient must be having an active discharge (secretions from the nipple). The exam is booked as soon as possible (same or next day). The patient reports to the Women’s Center to be registered.

Bone Densitometry 
This is an examination of the spine and hip and whole body if indicated, with the use of a pinpoint size x-ray source to determine the bone mineral density.