Biopsy Flashcards
1
Q
What is an incisional biopsy?
A
The partial removal of tissue or other material from the living body, for microscopic examination to obtain a diagnosis and to exclude and stage disease
2
Q
What transport medium is used for a biopsy specimen?
A
10% buffered formalin - this ‘fixes’ the proteins
3
Q
What must the biopsy sample contain?
A
Must contain normal and diseased tissue
