Diagnostic Procedure
endometrial biopsy Audio
[ en-doh-mee-tree-ul by-op-see ]
Definitions related to endometrial biopsy:
  • A procedure in which a sample of tissue is taken from the endometrium (inner lining of the uterus) for examination under a microscope. A thin tube is inserted through the cervix into the uterus, and gentle scraping and suction are used to remove the sample.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • Removal of tissue from the endometrial cavity for microscopic examination.
    NCI Thesaurus
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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