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Microcalcification

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Microcalcification Definition

Tiny deposits of calcium in tissue. In the breast they can be seen using mammography, and if found in clusters may be indicative of breast cancer.

Microcalcification Synonyms

Microcalcification, Breast Microcalcification, microcalcifications

Terms in Microcalcification category

Microcalcification Present in Neoplastic Tissue
Microcalcification Present in Neoplastic and Non-Neoplastic Tissue
Microcalcification Present in Non-Neoplastic Tissue



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