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Biopsy
A biopsy is an examination method that surgically extracts tissue from the patient for
examination. The probe and the biopsy kit are used together when conducting a biopsy with the
ultrasonographic image scanner.
The ultrasound system shows the needle, which penetrates through the skin surface and veins,
along with the examination location, minimizing the risk to the patient.
Biopsy Kit Components
The biopsy kit consists of the adapter, needle guide and needle. The components vary
depending on the probe type.
[Figure 5.5 Biopsy Kit Components]
– Adapter: Secures the needle guide to the probe tightly.
– Needle Guide: Guides the angle (direction) of the needle so that it can reach the examination
location accurately. It also secures the needle so that the needle is not loose.
– Needle: This is the needle that is inserted into the patient’s body. Biopsy kits supplied by
Samsung Medison do not include needles.
– Sheath: Prevents the probe and adapter from getting soiled by any unwanted substances
during the examination (blood and other bodily fluids).
– Ultrasound Gel: The space between the probe and the sheath is filled with the ultrasound gel
to obtain images of the best quality.
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