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What is the definition or description of: thyroid biopsy?
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Needle into nodule: Thyroid glands can develop nodules and an important way to determine whether the nodule is cancerous is a needle biopsy. This is done under ultrasound guidance and uses a very fine needle. The procedure in not as bad as it may sound and is done as an outpatient. It is best done by someone who does this all the time so that adequate material is obtained for a diagnosis.
Answered 5/22/2021
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Tiny needle used: To put into thyroid and extract cells to look at under microscope to see if thyroid has a tumor.
Answered 3/13/2019
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