die Mammographie
Translation
mammography, mammogram
Examples
Die Ärztin empfahl eine Mammographie.
The doctor recommended a mammogram.
Die Mammographie ist eine wichtige Vorsorgeuntersuchung.
Mammography is an important preventative screening.
Grammar Patterns
to have ((a mammography)) done The patient is having a mammography done.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bruströntgen (breast X-ray)
Etymology
From Latin 'mamma' (breast) and Greek '-graphie' (writing, imaging). An international medical term.
Memory Tips
Think of 'mamma' for mammary glands and 'graphy' like in photography – an image of the breast.