Description
The CT scan is overlaid with the tissue parts of the breast overlaid in color. The nipple (dark purple) is connected to the tree like branching ductal system (light purple). The superficial fat of the breast is overlaid in a heterogenous light pink, while the deep layer rests on the chest wall (bright pink).
The breast is a gland with a lobular organization. Hormonal influence plays a significant role in the cyclical changes of the breast.
Artistically the breast are given colorful prominence in contrast to the black and white background of the heart and lungs.