If there is an area the radiologist is especially concerned about, he or she will order a biopsy to obtain tissue for further evaluation. This tissue is then sent to the lab, where the cells are examined to determine whether or not they are cancerous. Biopsies can be done in several ways and are performed by either a radiologist or a surgeon.
- Fine needle aspirations (FNA) are used to withdraw fluid from the area of concern. Sometimes ultrasound is used to guide the needle.
- Stereotactic core biopsy obtains a larger amount of tissue than the FNA. This type of biopsy is done with a local anesthetic to numb the breast.
- Surgical biopsy is done in an operating room, and obtains larger amounts of tissue. Based on findings, the surgeon may proceed to remove the whole lump and surrounding tissue during this procedure.
If there is an area the radiologist is especially concerned about,
he or she will order a biopsy to obtain tissue for further
evaluation. This tissue is then sent to the lab, where the cells
are examined to determine whether or not they are...
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Riverside Cancer Care Center answered:If there is an area the radiologist is especially concerned about, he or she will order a biopsy to obtain tissue for further evaluation. This tissue is then sent to the lab, where the cells are examined to determine whether or not they are cancerous. Biopsies can be done in several ways and are performed by either a radiologist or a surgeon.
