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What is the primary purpose of a biopsy?
What is the primary purpose of a biopsy?
- To identify the specific type of cell causing a disease.
- To determine the cause of a disease. (correct)
- To monitor the progress of a disease.
- To remove abnormal tissue from the body.
Which of these could not be diagnosed using a biopsy?
Which of these could not be diagnosed using a biopsy?
- Lung cancer
- Stomach inflammation
- High blood pressure (correct)
- Breast cancer
What is a primary role of a pathologist in the biopsy process?
What is a primary role of a pathologist in the biopsy process?
- Collecting the tissue sample from the patient.
- Prescribing treatment based on the biopsy results.
- Interpreting the results of the tissue examined under a microscope. (correct)
- Performing surgery to remove the tissue sample.
Which factor can contribute to delays in receiving biopsy results?
Which factor can contribute to delays in receiving biopsy results?
What is the difference between a malignant and a benign growth in a biopsy result?
What is the difference between a malignant and a benign growth in a biopsy result?
What is one specific purpose of gastric biopsies?
What is one specific purpose of gastric biopsies?
What type of biopsy would be used to determine if a breast tissue abnormality is cancerous?
What type of biopsy would be used to determine if a breast tissue abnormality is cancerous?
What main aspect does a pathologist evaluate during a biopsy analysis?
What main aspect does a pathologist evaluate during a biopsy analysis?
Which of the following is a reason for variations in biopsy result times?
Which of the following is a reason for variations in biopsy result times?
How long can simple biopsy results typically take to be ready?
How long can simple biopsy results typically take to be ready?
A patient experiences persistent stomach pain. Which type of biopsy would be most likely performed to investigate the cause?
A patient experiences persistent stomach pain. Which type of biopsy would be most likely performed to investigate the cause?
In the context of biopsy analysis, what does the term 'benign' signify?
In the context of biopsy analysis, what does the term 'benign' signify?
Which of the following scenarios is LEAST likely to contribute to a delay in receiving a biopsy result?
Which of the following scenarios is LEAST likely to contribute to a delay in receiving a biopsy result?
What is a primary function of a pathologist in the biopsy process?
What is a primary function of a pathologist in the biopsy process?
A biopsy report indicates that a growth is 'malignant'. Which of the following statements is the MOST accurate interpretation of this finding?
A biopsy report indicates that a growth is 'malignant'. Which of the following statements is the MOST accurate interpretation of this finding?
Flashcards
Biopsy Uses
Biopsy Uses
Biopsies diagnose both cancerous and non-cancerous diseases.
Cancer Diagnosis
Cancer Diagnosis
Biopsies determine if a growth is cancerous.
Gastric Biopsies
Gastric Biopsies
Used to diagnose stomach pain causes like Helicobacter pylori.
Pathologist Role
Pathologist Role
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Result Timing
Result Timing
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Lung Biopsies
Lung Biopsies
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Breast Biopsies
Breast Biopsies
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Malignant vs Benign
Malignant vs Benign
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Assessing Aggressiveness
Assessing Aggressiveness
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Report Preparation
Report Preparation
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Uses of Biopsies
Uses of Biopsies
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Gastric Biopsies Purpose
Gastric Biopsies Purpose
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Lung Biopsy Function
Lung Biopsy Function
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Result Complexity Impact
Result Complexity Impact
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Pathologist Analysis Method
Pathologist Analysis Method
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Study Notes
Biopsy Uses
- Biopsies diagnose cancerous and non-cancerous diseases.
- Determine if a growth is cancerous.
- Gastric biopsies diagnose stomach pain causes, such as inflammation or bacteria like Helicobacter pylori.
- Lung biopsies identify lung masses as cancerous or not.
- Breast biopsies determine if breast tissue abnormalities are benign or cancerous.
Analysis and Results
- Pathologists examine tissue samples under a microscope.
- Determine if samples are malignant (cancerous) or benign (non-cancerous).
- Assess cancer aggressiveness or stage (if malignant), guiding treatment.
- Prepare a report outlining findings, sent to the ordering doctor.
Result Time
- Result time varies based on complexity.
- Simple results may be available within 12 days.
- Complex cases take longer.
- Delays can occur due to additional tests or second opinions.
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