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Skin Biopsy
A skin biopsy is a process in which a part of the skin tissue is peeled off, processed and then studied under the microscope. When there is a skin lesion, some sample tissue is removed from that region of the skin to get it tested for any potential abnormality. A number of methods can be employed for the same depending on the location and the size of the lesion. The sample tissue is then put in a formaldehyde solution or a sterile vessel if it is suspected to be infected. The tissue gets processed in this way and is then examined under the microscope.
During the Skin Biopsy Procedure
- The site of the skin biopsy may be cleaned with an iodine-type solution, with alcohol, or with a sterile soap solution. After the skin has been cleaned, sterile towels are placed around the area. Do not touch this area once it has been cleaned and prepared.
- A local anesthetic, usually lidocaine, is injected into the skin to make it numb. You will feel a brief prick and stinging sensation as the medicine is injected. After the skin is numb, your doctor performs the biopsy.
- The tissue that is removed is sent to the laboratory for analysis by a pathologist.
- If needed, stitches are placed to close the wound.
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