The researchers looked at an indicator of the gene's activity in 94 breast abnormalities that had been removed in biopsies.
Dr. Herman said the procedure was suitable for about 80 percent of breast abnormalities.
A definitive diagnosis of the breast abnormality can usually, but not always, be made.
An ultrasound exam, also called a sonogram, uses sound waves to find breast abnormalities.
Mammograms have improved the ability to detect breast abnormalities before they are large enough to be felt.
It was created to service the city of Gavar, which has the highest per-capita rate of breast abnormalities in Armenia.
Where breast abnormalities and surgical beauty treatments are concerned, the options available must also be explained and safety guaranteed.
It can pick up breast abnormalities that may look worrying when biopsied but are actually harmless.
He cited a study exploring the role of vitamin E in preventing breast abnormalities that was conducted for only two months.
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