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Lymph node biopsy is a diagnostic test that helps to identify or evaluate the diseases of the lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are small, oval, or bean-shaped organs present in your body that are a part of your immune system and possess the ability to fight off infections. These are present throughout your body, including the armpits, neck, groins, stomach, intestines, and lungs.
Enlargement of the lymph nodes indicates the presence of any infection in your body that needs further evaluation to rule out underlying problems. Thus, your surgeon may recommend a lymph node biopsy to look for signs of any chronic (long-lasting) infection, an immune disorder (a condition when your immune system fails and in turn attacks the healthy cells in your body), or cancer.
A lymph node biopsy is a diagnostic procedure that involves the removal of a piece of tissue or a sample of cells from your lymph nodes and is later sent to the laboratory, where a pathologist studies the sample under a microscope. There are three ways in which a lymph node biopsy can be performed:
A lymph node biopsy is recommended if:
It is important to prepare yourself well in advance before a lymph node biopsy to prevent errors during the investigation and diagnosis.
A lymph node biopsy is an outpatient (does not require hospitalization) procedure that usually takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on the type of biopsy.
Firstly, you are made to lie on an operating table and the biopsy site is cleansed with an antiseptic solution.
The biopsied area is likely to be covered by a protective dressing which will stay on for 2 to 3 days, and your healthcare provider will give you instructions on how to care for the area.
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