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Date:2/13/2008

s of interest that might otherwise be overlooked by interpreting radiologists. However, CAD also may place false marks, identifying areas of suspicion that are not cancer. A small fraction of false marks may result in unnecessary patient recalls for further evaluation. The major goal for CAD is to reduce oversights when screening mammograms are read; the radiologist is still responsible for lesion analysis and final interpretation of an examination.

About Hologic, Inc.

Hologic, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostics, medical imaging systems and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women. Hologic's core business units are focused on breast health, diagnostics, GYN surgical, and skeletal health. Hologic provides a comprehensive suite of technologies with products for mammography and breast biopsy, radiation treatment for early-stage breast cancer, cervical cancer screening, treatment for menorrhagia, osteoporosis assessment, preterm birth risk assessment, and mini C-arm for extremity imaging. For more information visit http://www.hologic.com.

Forward Looking Disclaimer

This News Release contains forward-looking information that involves risks and uncertainties, including statements about the effect of the use of Computed-Aided Detection, or CAD, technology (as utilized in Hologic's R2 ImageChecker CAD system) in mammography screening. There can be no assurance that the effects demonstrated in the study described herein will be replicated in any particular manner with respect to an individual patient as the actual effect of the use of CAD technology in mammography screenings can only be determined on a case-by-case basis depending on the particular circumstances of the exam and patient in question. Hologic expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to the data or statements pr
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