In the U.S.A., most states now have laws that require breast density information to be included in the letter you receive after your mammogram. Even if you do not live in a state with a breast density inform law, you can ask your referring health care provider for this information. Your breast density is usually in the mammogram report sent to them. Click here to see what you must be told about breast density in your state.
In Europe, the facility that does your mammogram may either have this information or allow you to request it. Density Request forms are available for the UK here.
Learn More:
- 5 Facts Every Woman Should Know
- Video Series: Let’s Talk About Dense Breasts
- Patient Risk Checklist (print)
- Patient Questions and Answers