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Biopsy

Definition:

A biopsy is a medical procedure in which a small sample of tissue or cells is taken from a person's body for examination and analysis. It is commonly performed to diagnose diseases, such as cancer, and determine the appropriate treatment.

Examples:

Noun (Medical Procedure):

• The doctor recommended a breast biopsy to confirm the presence of cancer cells.
• After the biopsy, the pathologist analyzed the tissue sample under a microscope.

Noun (Sample of Tissue):

• The biopsy revealed abnormal cells in the lung tissue.
• The pathologist examined the kidney biopsy for signs of inflammation.

Verb:

• The doctor needed to biopsy the tumor to determine its nature.
• She underwent a skin biopsy to investigate the cause of her rash.

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