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Pathology: Biopsy and Autopsy

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What is the primary purpose of a biopsy?

To diagnose cancer (correct)

To examine the body and organs after death

To remove a tumor

To determine the cause of death

What is the difference between a biopsy and an autopsy?

A biopsy is done on a dead person, while an autopsy is done on a living person

A biopsy is used to determine the cause of death, while an autopsy is used to diagnose cancer

A biopsy is done on a living person, while an autopsy is done on a dead person (correct)

A biopsy is used to diagnose cancer, while an autopsy is used to diagnose other diseases

Who performs an autopsy?

A radiologist

A pathologist

A medical examiner (correct)

A surgeon

What is the role of a microscope in a biopsy?

To examine the tissue sample Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'gold standard' in diagnosing cancer?

Biopsy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the period of recovery after a disease or illness?

Convalescence Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the unwanted outcomes of a primary condition?

Sequelae Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the probability of recovery or other outcomes of a disease?

Prognosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of maximizing the function of diseased tissues?

Rehabilitation Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the condition that triggers an acute episode of a disease?

Precipitating factor Signup and view all the answers