In a breast biopsy, a sample of breast tissue or fluid is taken, and it is examined under a microscope to check for cancerous cells.
It is often performed when there is a breast abnormality, such as a lump, a suspicious change on an ultrasound or mammography, breast discharge, or skin abnormalities.
There are some of the most common types of breast biopsy 👍
- Core needle biopsy
- Surgical biopsy
- Fine-needle aspiration (FNA):
- Vacuum-assisted biopsy: