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Breast cancer types: What your type means
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In what part of the breast did your cancer begin?
How do your cancer cells appear under a microscope?
Are your cancer cells fueled by hormones?
What is the genetic makeup of your breast cancer cells?
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Once you've been diagnosed with breast cancer, your doctor will review your pathology report and the results of any imaging tests to understand the specifics of your tumor.
Using a tissue sample from your breast biopsy or using your tumor if you've already undergone surgery, your medical team determines your breast cancer type. This information helps your doctor decide which treatment options are most appropriate for you.
Here's what's used to determine your breast cancer type.
