#density: Is "areas of fibroglandular density" an MQSA-compliant density statement?

QUESTION:

Can film readers state “areas of fibroglandular density” on the report and still be in compliance? 

ANSWER:

No, the MQSA Requirements are as follows: 

• “The breasts are almost entirely fatty.”
• “There are scattered areas of fibroglandular density.”
• “The breasts are heterogeneously dense, which may obscure small masses.”
• “The breasts are extremely dense, which lowers the sensitivity of mammography.”

Any other wording is incorrect and not in compliance with MQSA Requirements.

All information in this answer and all others are sourced from the MQSA Hotline at +1 (800) 838-7715. For other questions, contact Mammologix or the MQSA Program directly!