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needle biopsy

American  

noun

  1. the removal of a small amount of tissue or cellular material with a long hollow surgical needle, performed for diagnostic purposes.


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They decided it was too risky to give her a needle biopsy.

From BBC Oct. 31, 2023

The mammogram was benign and I had a needle biopsy that was also benign,” Newton-John said.

From Fox News Oct. 6, 2020

A needle biopsy can cost between $1,500 and $2,000, according to a white paper published by a local coalition last fall highlighting lack of access to specialty care.

From Salon Apr. 28, 2019

When my friend Jo needed to travel to Indianapolis for a needle biopsy, I realized that this would be the first time I could not support her through a medical event.

From New York Times Dec. 22, 2014

Just out of curiosity I went in for a needle biopsy.

From How and When to Be Your Own Doctor by Solomon, Steve

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