punch biopsy

punch biopsy

noun

The removal of a small cylindrical specimen of tissue for pathologic study by pressing a circular instrument into the skin or mucous membrane surrounding a lesion.
A specimen so removed.

punch biopsy

dashed rules outline the portion of skin to be removed for biopsy

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punch biopsy - Medical Definition

The removal of a small cylindrical specimen of tissue for pathologic study by pressing a circular instrument into the skin or mucous membrane surrounding a lesion.
A specimen so removed.

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