Written question asked by Lord Ironside (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 12 November 1997. It was answered by Baroness Jay of Paddington (Labour) on Wednesday, 12 November 1997.

Jay of Paddington, Baroness

Question: How many different types of X-ray mammography equipment are used by the National Health Service and whether the National Health Service has now selected a preferred type of equipment which will improve image definition and reduce the radiation dose. - Includes fact that information is not held centrally and ref to Revised Guidance for Health Authorities on Mammographic Equipment (STD 90/46) and Guidance notes on mammographic X-ray equipment: Selection maintenance, suspension from use, and replacement. Copies in the Library.

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