Zionsville Medical Office Center:
Preparation for Mammography

For your ease and comfort, please follow these simple instructions for breast imaging

1. If possible, avoid caffeine intake for several weeks before your appointment. For best results, try to schedule your mammogram one week after the start of your menstrual cycle.
    
2. On the day of your exam do not use body powder, creams or perfumes. You may use deodorant, but you will be asked to remove it with a wipe. We will supply spray deodorant for your use after your mammogram.
    
3. You will be asked to disrobe from the waist up, so it is easier if you wear a two-piece outfit on the day of your exam.
    
4. If you have previous mammography films that are not located within a St. Vincent facility, please bring those films with you to your appointment for comparison.

American Cancer Society guidelines for Mammography 

Women should have their first mammogram by age 40. 
Women age 40 and over should have a mammogram every year