What is tissue biopsy?

Also known as: biopsy.

When a sample of tissue is removed from the body in order to analyze it and look for signs of certain diseases, this is known as a tissue biopsy. It’s a common part of the diagnosis of skin lesions and conditions that involve the gastrointestinal tract, but it can also be used to diagnose other medical conditions including cancer.

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Reviewed by: Steven J. Melnick, PhD, MD

This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM