What is a biopsy needle, and how does it works
When abnormal lumps are present in the breast, bones, liver, lungs, thyroid, lymph nodes, tissue, fluids, or cells in the parts of the body, the radiologist remove s the lumps using a radiology biopsy needle . Then, the sample is sent to the lab to check the presence of cancer cells or other similar conditions. A r adiolog ist in the concerned department performs a radiology biopsy . A. Chiba needle B. Greene needle C. Franseen needle D. Menghini needle E. Westcott needle. Reasons for performing a needle biopsy: Breast lumps, thyroid, and lymph nodes are often checked using a biopsy needle for medical conditions. Matching organ tissues before a transplant To diagnose hepatitis C liver disease To find if there are any signs of organ rejection after a transplant. To find out the blood vessel diseases and connective tissues in muscles. To find the cause of bleeding in the uterus To find the cause of infertility. To find the presence of an infection.