FAQs

Can you tell me about the screening test experience ?

We are very privacy aware test where no-one sees you or touches you during the test.

How frequent do I need to have the screening?

Early detection is key to successful breast health. We recommend annual Breva screenings for women over 25. Breva provides a breast health score, and if it's perfect (all zeros), you can repeat the screening in two years.

To ensure accurate results, avoid fever, alcohol for 12 hours, hot drinks for an hour, and certain medications for 24 hours before your Breva screening. These precautions help provide a clear thermal image for optimal assessment.

What is the minimum age for screening?

There is no minimum age for thermographic screening. It doesn’t depend on the age, color, race and density of breast. Any girl post menstruation should be conscious of her breast health.

Is there a regulatory approval for breast health screening?

The technology has approval from India and UAE and recently It has also cleared by US FDA and passed European CE Mark.

I am interested in buying this technology, Whom should I contact?

Email at kashyap@breva.in or call +91 9712683838

My relative has/had breast cancer. What is the risk of me getting breast cancer?

It depends on how close you are with the relative. If the relative is a first degree relative (Parent, Sibling or Child) you have a more risk of cancer and is recommended to go for frequent screening. If the relative is a second degree relative, the risk is less compared to former.

What is the ideal time in a month to opt for screening?

Ideal time period for a woman is from ovulation to the onset of menstruation.

Is the screening process painful?

Thermal screening is a are non-contact, non-invasive and radiation free modality, unlike mammography. Thermal scanners just measures temperature on your skin, there is no harmful radiation exposure too.

When should I start going to breast cancer screening?

While the global guidance advices women above 45 years to take a breast cancer screening test every year, statistics from World Health Organization (WHO) shows that the incidence rates for women below 40 years is also increasing. About 28% of breast cancer deaths are under 45 year. This would worsen in future due to stress, changes in lifestyle and increase in pollution. So, we recommend all women above 25 years to undergo breast screening and clinical examination once a year.