AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -A biopsy is a medical procedure that involves taking a small sample of body tissue so it can be examined under a microscope. A tissue sample can be taken from almost anywhere on or in your body, including the skin, organs and other structures.

Detailed explanation-2: -A biopsy is a procedure to remove a piece of tissue or a sample of cells from your body so that it can be tested in a laboratory. You may undergo a biopsy if you’re experiencing certain signs and symptoms or if your health care provider has identified an area of concern.

Detailed explanation-3: -In a biopsy, a doctor takes a small amount of tissue from the area of the body where cancer may be present. The tissue is sent to a laboratory and examined under a microscope for cancer cells by a specialist called a pathologist.

Detailed explanation-4: -The removal of cells or tissues for examination by a pathologist. The pathologist may study the tissue under a microscope or perform other tests on the cells or tissue. There are many different types of biopsy procedures.

Detailed explanation-5: -Excisional or incisional biopsy. When the entire tumor is removed, it is called an excisional biopsy. If only a portion of the tumor is removed, it is called an incisional biopsy.