Breast Cancer Screening in South Bangalore
Breast cancer detected in its earliest stages carries a survival rate exceeding 90%. At ARC Cancer Hospital in Wilson Garden (serving Jayanagar, JP Nagar, Banashankari, and Basavanagudi), our dedicated Breast Care Screening Unit provides fast, precise, and compassionate screening and diagnostic evaluations.
Whether you require a routine annual screening mammogram, high-frequency breast ultrasound, genetic risk profiling, or rapid evaluation for a newly discovered lump, our multi-disciplinary breast team ensures reliable diagnostic clarity under one roof.
Medical guidelines recommend the following screening protocols based on age and personal risk profiles:
Monthly Breast Self-Examinations (BSE) and a clinical breast exam every 1 to 3 years by a specialist. High-risk individuals (family history of breast/ovarian cancer) may require annual screening ultrasound or MRI.
Annual screening Digital Mammography combined with a high-frequency breast ultrasound.
Hereditary Breast Cancer Screening Panel (BRCA1/BRCA2 genetic risk assessments) and early baseline imaging started 10 years before the youngest affected relative's diagnostic age.
Immediate Triple Assessment (Clinical Exam + Imaging + Biopsy) for lumps, nipple discharge, skin changes, or focal breast pain.
Overview: High-resolution x-ray imaging designed to spot non-palpable microcalcifications and tissue distortions years before they can be felt physically.
Ideal For: Annual screening in women aged 40 and older, or diagnostic follow-up for abnormal dense tissue.
Overview: Radiation-free ultrasound imaging that distinguishes fluid-filled cysts from solid tissue masses.
Ideal For: Primary screening in younger women (under 40) with dense breast tissue, pregnant patients, or complementary imaging alongside a mammogram.
Overview: The international gold standard for evaluating suspicious breast lumps or changes in a single visit:
Ideal For: Patients with newly noticed palpable breast lumps or symptoms.
Overview: Multi-gene panel evaluating inherited mutations in BRCA1, BRCA2, and related high-penetrance genes associated with familial breast and ovarian cancer syndromes.
Package Price at ARC: ₹16,599
Ideal For: Individuals with family history of breast, ovarian, or related hereditary cancers.
| Screening Modality | Best Suited For | Primary Benefit | Radiation Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Mammography | Women aged 40+ | Detects micro-calcifications & early tumors | Very Low-Dose X-Ray |
| Breast Ultrasound | Women under 40 & dense tissue | Differentiates cysts vs. solid tumors | 100% Radiation-Free |
| Triple-Assessment | Patients with a palpable lump/symptom | Confirms diagnosis within 24–48 hours | Combined Imaging + Biopsy |
| Genetic Panel (₹16,599) | Individuals with family history | Identifies inherited cancer risk markers | Non-Invasive Blood/Saliva Test |
Do not wait for a routine annual checkup if you notice any of the following symptoms:
A painless or painful lump or thickening in the breast or underarm (axilla)
Unexplained changes in breast size, shape, or contour
Skin dimpling, puckering, or redness resembling an orange peel (peau d'orange)
Nipple inversion, scaling, or spontaneous blood-stained discharge
Persistent focal pain in one area of the breast or axilla
Consultant Surgical Oncologist
MS, MCh - Surgical Oncology | 18+ Years Experience
Specialist in clinical breast evaluation, organ-preserving surgery, and oncoplastic techniques.
Consultant Hematologist & Medical Oncologist
30+ Years Experience
Specialist in hereditary risk assessment, genetic counseling, and systemic therapies.
Consultant Oncopathologist
25+ Years Experience
Expert in breast biopsy histopathology, FNAC, and molecular biomarker profiling (IHC).
ARC Cancer Hospital is located centrally in Wilson Garden, right on Hosur Main Road, offering short travel times from major South Bangalore neighborhoods:
2.5 km (5 to 10 mins)
4.0 km (12 mins)
3.5 km (10 mins)
3.8 km (10 mins)
Hospital Name: ARC Cancer Hospital
Address: #210, Hombegowda Nagar, 4th Cross, Hosur Main Road, Wilson Garden, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560027 (Near Lalbagh South Gate)
Direct Helpline: +91 99000 15005 / +91 080-6952 8787
Consultation Hours: Monday – Saturday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Emergency care open 24/7)
ARC Cancer Hospital in Wilson Garden offers comprehensive breast cancer screening services, including digital mammography, ultrasound, 24-hour triple assessment workflows, and hereditary genetic risk panels for residents across Jayanagar, JP Nagar, and Banashankari.
A mammogram involves gentle compression of the breast between two plates for a few seconds to obtain clear images. While some women feel minor pressure or temporary discomfort, it is not painful and is safe.
The Hereditary Breast Cancer Screening Panel at ARC Cancer Hospital is priced at ₹16,599. It analyzes gene mutations associated with inherited breast and ovarian cancer risks.
For women aged 40 and older, digital mammography is the primary recommended screening tool. For women under 40 or those with dense breast tissue, ultrasound is often recommended as the first-line evaluation. Our breast specialists help determine the exact tests suited to your age and density.
If an abnormality or lump is detected, our oncologists perform a targeted core needle biopsy under imaging guidance. The tissue is sent for molecular marker testing (ER, PR, HER2), and the case is presented to our Multidisciplinary Tumor Board to determine next steps immediately.
Dense breast tissue means a woman has a higher proportion of fibroglandular tissue relative to fatty tissue. On a standard mammogram, both dense tissue and cancerous tumors appear white, which can sometimes make early lesions harder to spot. For women with dense breasts, our specialists at ARC Cancer Hospital recommend combining digital mammography with high-frequency breast ultrasound to ensure accurate detection.
Women at average risk should begin annual screening mammograms starting at age 40. Women under 40 with a strong family history of breast or ovarian cancer, genetic mutations (BRCA1/BRCA2), or dense breasts should undergo baseline risk evaluation and annual ultrasound or MRI screening starting earlier based on specialist guidance.
A core needle biopsy is considered the international gold standard for evaluating suspicious breast lumps. Unlike FNAC (which collects only loose cells), a core needle biopsy removes intact tissue samples, allowing oncopathologists to accurately determine tumor grade and run essential immunohistochemistry (IHC) marker tests (ER, PR, HER2, Ki-67) to guide personalized treatment.
Yes. Although far less common, men can develop breast cancer, often presenting as a firm lump behind the nipple or areola. ARC Cancer Hospital provides clinical evaluation, targeted ultrasound, digital mammography, and biopsy services for male patients experiencing breast enlargement, lumps, or nipple changes.
On the day of your mammogram, avoid applying deodorants, antiperspirants, talcum powders, body lotions, or perfumes under your arms or on your chest. These products contain metallic micro-particles that can appear as white spots on x-ray images and mimic calcifications. Wear a comfortable two-piece outfit so you can easily change for the scan.