what is the exact reason for biopsy test ?

Question

Is there a reason to have a liver biopsy done multiple times?

Answer 1

Diagnosis: A biopsy is performed so that the tissue sample can be examined to determine the makeup of the lesion. In many instances, one cannot tell what a lesion is unless it is examined under a microscope. By knowing what the lesion is, treatment can be started if necessary.

Answer 2

1st Lymph Node: First lymph node or group of nodes most likely to harbor cancer cells from a primary tumor.

Answer 3

A surgical procedure: This is a surgical procedure to identify the first node that receives drainage from the site of the cancer, and is thus the node most likely to have cancer if cancer has spread. It is done routinely for breast cancer and melanoma. Thenode is removed and examined under the microscope for cancer. The results will help determine what additional treatments may be needed.

Answer 4

Biopsy outcome: Biopsy means to take a tiny part of the affected organ and examine it under the microscope and in other ways for diagnostic purposes. Biopsy findings may diagnose cancer or rule it out. Biopsy is also done in other situations, e.g. Liver biopsy to diagnose a liver condition or its severity. Thus biopsy plays an important part in the diagnosis and prognosis of a patient's condition.

Answer 5

Diagnosis: A biopsy will yield a diagnosis and that will allow your treatment plan to be tailored to what best treats that condition. Best wishes.

Answer 6

Depends: On the organ and diagnosis. If it is for liver cancer, then usually a percutaneous (through the skin) liver biopsy is done (though not the only route) under direct visualization into the tumor.

Answer 7

It depends: The type of biopsy recommended depends on many things such as location and type of mass that is being biopsied. Some are done with a fine needle, some require more extensive incisions. Your doctor will explain exaclty what type of biopsy it will be.

Answer 8

Tissue Diagnosis: I presume that you had a radiologic study and/or examination that showed an abnormality for which a doctor recommended a biopsy. While the above studies may be helpful, they are usually not 100% diagnostic. A biopsy provides tissue to evaluate under the microscope for definitive diagnosis.

Answer 9

Askyour doctor: They have all of your information and can explain to you why you need the biopsy.

Answer 10

Yes, clincal dx: Although cirrhosis is classically a biopsy diagnosis, it is not always needed if there is sufficient clinical, lab, and radiologic data to suggest the presence of cirrhosis. For example, accumulation of fluid in the abdomen (ascites), bleeding disorders, jaundice, lab abnormalities, confusion and certain appearance of the liver on imaging may suggest cirrhosis without the need for biopsy.

Answer 11

Yes: The "gold standard" of diagnosis is biopsy, but the history, physical examination, and lab tests, including liver scans and ultrasound, can strongly suggest the diagnosis to the point where a biopsy may not be necessary. New kinds of ultrasound and MRI imaging can actually determine the amount of scarring present. Most doctors will still want a biopsy to determine the severity of cirrhosis.

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