Testicular Biopsy Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of a testicular biopsy?

  • To retrieve sperm for IVF. (correct)
  • To treat testicular cancer.
  • To correct hormonal imbalances
  • To surgically remove a tumor

    • A testicular biopsy is not required to diagnose which of the following?

  • Obstruction-related issues
  • The cause of azoospermia. (correct)
  • Neoplastic status
  • Testicular failure

    • What is the recommended size of a testicular biopsy for infertility evaluations?

  • 3 mm (correct)
  • 2 mm
  • 5 mm
  • 1 mm

    • Which of the following fluids should not be used for diagnostic biopsies due to shrinkage?

    <p>Formalin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a factor that can affect surgical sperm retrieval?

    <p>Testicular volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common complication of testicular biopsy?

    <p>Risk of bleeding and infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a diagnostic and a therapeutic testicular biopsy?

    <p>Diagnostic biopsies assess the cause of azoospermia, while therapeutic biopsies focus on extracting sperm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of anesthesia is typically used for a testicular biopsy?

    <p>Either local or general anesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following techniques involves the use of an operative microscope during a testicular biopsy?

    <p>Microsurgical TESE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition can increased FSH levels often indicate, which may obviate the need for a biopsy?

    <p>Primary hypogonadism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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