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Professional Radiology is proud to be El Paso’s source for high-quality biopsies and fine-needle aspiration services. If you or your physician discover a lump during a self-check or mammogram, it could mean many things. Some of the results are simply abnormal growths or liquid build-up, but they could also be cancerous. Through biopsies and aspirations, we can help diagnose issues and determine the treatment, if necessary. Our very own Dr. Sarmiento performs and diagnoses all of our patients. You have the security of having a proven professional run your tests and follow up with you.
If you feel concerned or worried about an abnormality you recently discovered, then we’re here to help. There are measures we take to discover the cause and the type to provide a proper diagnosis.
Biopsies have several purposes that are beneficial to your health and well-being.
Fine-needle aspiration is a type of biopsy in which a thin needle passes through the skin in order to pull sample cells from fluid or tissue from a cyst or palpable mass. Aspirations are typically required when a suspicious lump is found on the body, most often in breasts or lymph nodes, or discovered by x-ray, ultrasound, or mammography. The needle used for a fine needle aspiration has a hollow interior, somewhat similar to what is used for blood tests. A vacuum is created once inserted to pull the cell sample to be examined.
Biopsies require little to no preparation. Just inform your doctor of any medications, especially blood thinners such as aspirin, Lovenox, Plavix, or Coumadin. Sometimes, a blood test may be required before the procedure.
The results of your biopsy can typically be ready between 1-3 days after the extraction. Some complicated samples can take up to 7 to 10 days. Your doctor can explain your results and any complications that may occur during your follow up.
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