What is a liver biopsy?
Also known as: transjugular liver biopsy, percutaneous liver biopsy.
A biopsy is a medical procedure that involves taking a small sample of tissue in order to check for problems.
- A percutaneous liver biopsy is a biopsy performed on the liver via the use of a needle.
- A transjugular liver biopsy is a biopsy performed on the liver via the use of a needle inserted into a vein.
Reviewed by: John M Peters, DO
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