General Information About the Test
Test Process and Preparation
While a fine needle biopsy only extracts "fluid and cells" with a syringe (cytological examination); a core needle biopsy extracts a "tissue block" (histological examination) from the target mass. This reduces the margin of error to near zero.
Because a thick needle is used, the area where the needle will be inserted is strictly numbed beforehand with local anesthesia (numbing with a needle). The patient does not feel pain during the procedure, only a slight pressure and a clicking sound (the spring mechanism of the device).
Yes. In the vast majority of cases, the suspicious area is visualized in real-time on an ultrasound screen to ensure the needle is directed precisely at the target mass, thereby avoiding damage to healthy tissues.
The information on this page is for informational purposes only. The results of medical tests must be evaluated by specialist physicians.
