What does LT, 2:00pm, 4CM, FN stand for Breast Ultrasound Image?

[MM0909]

i just had a Breast Ultrasound and the technician kept typing on the image" LT, 2:00pm,4CM, FN". I am 36 and my sister had breast cancer and my aunt.

[ncmichigan]

Hi,
Zouzi's first choice for the FN is correct---I found a couple articles that indicate FN in breast ultrasound reporting stands for "False Negative". They were very complex articles regarding ultasound scoring and algorithms, so I couldn't determine what exactly the FN implies.
Hopefully, you'll follow up with your doctor and/or the radiologist for determine what this means exactly and what additional testing you'll need. I'm sorry to hear about your sister and aunt's breast cancer, but this is all the more reason you need follow through on any
recommendations from your doctor. If additional testing is needed, try not to worry too much. Most lumps end up being benign on biopsy, but you will want to know for sure what's going on rather than worrying about "what ifs".
Wishing you all the very best,
nc

[zouzi]

Hi,
It's really hard to say for sure,but I am going to guess.
1) LT could mean left breast.
2:PM) is the position where the 4 cm mass is detected in the breast.
3)FN could mean false negative or fat necrosis?
Other than that I am afraid there isn't much I can add with the limited information you have provided.
The radiologist or your doctor could certainly explain what it all means,since they have your complete report.
Take care...