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Breast Biopsy at University Radiology Group<\/h1>\n

Overview<\/a> | Why is a breast biopsy performed?<\/a> | Types<\/a> | Preparation<\/a> | What to Expect<\/a> | Test Results<\/a> | Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Breast Biopsy Overview<\/h2>\n

If there is a suspicious finding seen on a breast imaging test, your doctor may order a breast biopsy to determine whether or not the finding is cancerous. During a breast biopsy, a sample of cells or tissue from the area of concern is taken and sent to a specialized doctor called a pathologist.<\/p>\n

Breast biopsies are outpatient procedures performed by a trained breast radiologist using a needle with image guidance, such as mammography, ultrasound, or MRI.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Why is a breast biopsy performed?<\/h2>\n

A breast biopsy is performed to examine a breast abnormality more closely, such as a mass, calcification, or area seen on a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI. A small sample of breast tissue is removed to determine whether the abnormality is benign (noncancerous) or cancerous. A biopsy is the only way to definitively diagnose breast cancer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

Types of Breast Biopsies<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>
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Sterotactic<\/h4>\n

A sterotactic biopsy uses a vacuum assisted needle and mammographic images to target the abnormality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

MRI<\/h4>\n

An MRI uses a vacuum assisted needle and MRI images to target the abnormality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Ultrasound<\/h4>\n

An ultrasound uses a vacuum assisted needle or core needle and ultrasound images to target the abnormality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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How do I know which breast biopsy is right for me?<\/h3>\n

The right type of breast biopsy depends on how the area of concern is best seen and how it appears on your breast imaging. Ultrasound-guided biopsy is commonly used when the abnormality can be clearly seen on ultrasound; stereotactic biopsy uses mammography to target areas such as calcifications; and MRI-guided biopsy is recommended when an abnormality is best seen on MRI. Your radiologist will review your imaging and recommend the biopsy approach that provides the most accurate way to evaluate the area.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

Preparing for a Breast Biopsy<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>
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Before your breast biopsy<\/h3>\n