What does it mean if my doc wants a lymph node biopsy?

Excision: A lymph node biopsy is usually recommended because a lymph nofe is enlarged. Three general types of biopsies can be done... An fna (fine needle aspiration)... This provides clusters of cells a pathologist will look at to make a diagnosis. The second is an incisional where a portion of the lymph node is taken. The third is excisional where the entire lymph node is taken.

Many possibilites: Look up "lymphadenopathy" in google. Most causes are benign. www.thepmc.org.