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Let’s face it: Any type of medical test can heighten anxiety levels because no one likes knowing their health hangs in the balance. Whether it’s a routine test or has been prescribed by a doctor, the potential to get bad news is there.

But there’s also good news. You can remove some of those gray areas and ease your nerves by staying educated on your procedure and asking questions relative to your condition.

A mammogram is just like any other health test, and the more you know about it, the better off you are. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about mammograms, and the answers.