Biopsy
Removing tissue for diagnostic examination.
A biopsy removes a sample of tissue for diagnostic examination, often to confirm or rule out cancer. Verify coagulation status and signed consent before any invasive biopsy, since bleeding is the chief risk. After a liver biopsy, position the client on the right side to apply pressure to the highly vascular site and reduce bleeding.
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