Quiz: Biopsy: How Cancer Is Confirmed

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1. Q1.According to this article, why is a biopsy so often the deciding test for cancer?

   AIt lets a pathologist look directly at the cells, which scans and lab tests usually cannot confirm on their ownBIt is the fastest test availableCIt never requires any anesthesiaDIt replaces the need for a pathology report

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2. Q2.Which of the following is one way described for taking a biopsy sample?

   AWith a needle that withdraws tissue or fluidBBy taking a photograph of the skinCBy measuring blood pressureDBy listening with a stethoscope

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3. Q3.According to this article, what is the difference between an excisional and an incisional biopsy?

   AExcisional removes the entire area of abnormal cells; incisional removes only part of itBExcisional uses a needle; incisional uses an endoscopeCExcisional is done at home; incisional is done in a hospitalDThere is no difference between them

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4. Q4.What does this article say happens to the sample after a biopsy?

   AA pathologist examines it and describes the findings in a pathology reportBIt is thrown away immediatelyCIt is returned to the patient to keepDIt is used to measure radiation dose

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