mammogram
noun
an x-ray photograph obtained by mammography.
mammograms
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pluralof mammogram.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Decades of trial and error have produced a shortlist of tests like colonoscopies and mammograms that actually work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
It’s not being pitched as a replacement for common cancer screening methods, like mammograms for breast cancer or PSA blood tests for prostate cancer.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
A positive result requires more testing, while a negative result does not rule out cancer or replace mammograms, colonoscopies, or other recommended screening.
From Slate ● Sep. 9, 2026
Across the UK, all women aged between 50 and 70 are invited for mammograms every three years - and two million of the tests are carried out annually.
From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2026
Marfisee’s own survey of the mission’s female residents found that nearly 90% were not up to date on recommended cancer screenings like mammograms and pap smears, which detect early cervical cancer.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 3, 2026
