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Biopsies

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition 1: The process of extracting tissue or cells from a person or an organism for examination or medical diagnosis.

Example Sentence 1: Biopsies are commonly used to diagnose cancer by examining cells under a microscope.

Example Sentence 2: The doctor recommended performing multiple biopsies to determine the cause of the patient's abnormal health symptoms.

Definition 2: The samples of extracted tissue or cells collected during the biopsy process.

Example Sentence 1: The biopsies revealed the presence of abnormal cells, indicating a potential health issue.

Example Sentence 2: The laboratory processed the biopsies to provide a comprehensive report of the patient's tissue condition.

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: The act of extracting tissue or cells from a person or an organism for examination or medical diagnosis.

Example Sentence 1: The surgeon skillfully biopsied the suspicious area in the patient's lung.

Example Sentence 2: The veterinarian will biopsy the dog's skin to determine the cause of the unusual rash.