Question

multiple select question
select all that apply
which of the following are examples of biopsies?

needle
punch
shave
curettage

Explanation:

Define biopsy procedures

Using the Medical Terminology knowledge point, a biopsy is the removal of a sample of tissue from the body for examination to determine the presence or extent of a disease.

Analyze each option

• Needle: A needle biopsy uses a hollow needle to extract cells or tissue cores. This is a standard biopsy method.
• Punch: A punch biopsy uses a circular tool to remove a small core of skin. This is a standard skin biopsy method.
• Shave: A shave biopsy uses a small blade to shave off a thin layer of skin. This is a standard skin biopsy method.
• Curettage: Curettage involves scraping tissue with a spoon-shaped instrument (curette). While it removes tissue, it is primarily a therapeutic treatment or debridement technique rather than a diagnostic biopsy method.

Answer:

• Needle (Correct answer)
• Punch (Correct answer)
• Shave (Correct answer)
• Curettage