Introduction

INTRODUCTION - BIOPSY

Definition

  • Biopsy means examination of a tissue specimen taken from a living animal.

Objective

  • To identify cells in inflammatory condition
  • To diagnose neoplasms
  • To carryout biochemical and clinical investigations of parenchymatous organs

Methods

  • The most commonly used methods for tissue procurement are 
    • Fine needle aspiration biopsy 
    • Punch biopsy 
    • Incisional biopsy
    • Excisional biopsy 
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