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Biopsy: A biopsy is the removal of tissue, or cells, from the body for analysis. Biopsies can be performed using a small needle and local anesthesia or a larger cut is made under general anesthesia.
Other medical diagnostic tests that are types of Biopsy include:
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These symptoms may be diagnosed by, screened for, or associated with Biopsy:
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Biopsy: The removal of cells or tissues for examination by a pathologist. The pathologist may study the tissue under a microscope or perform other tests on the cells or tissue. When only a sample of tissue is removed, the procedure is called an incisional biopsy. When an entire lump or suspicious area is removed, the procedure is called an excisional biopsy. When a sample of tissue or fluid is removed with a needle, the procedure is called a needle biopsy, core biopsy, or fine-needle aspiration.
Source: National Institute of Health
Biopsy : removal and pathologic examination of tissue taken from the living body and performed to establish a more exact diagnosis.
Biopsy: Obtaining a tissue sample from any part of the body and assessing it through visual examination it under a microscope.
Disease or Condition count: 78; see list of conditions below. These are the diseases or medical conditions in which the medical test 'Biopsy' may be involved.
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