Medium Biopsy(3) (Size 5 to 8 cm) Test
Short Name: Medium Biopsy (3)
Also known as: Medium Biopsy, Biopsy 3, Tissue Biopsy 5-8 cm
Medium Biopsy(3) (Size 5 to 8 cm) Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,500. Uses Histopathology, Microscopic examination on Tissue samples. Results in Results are typically available within 4 days after the laboratory receives the specimen.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The primary purpose of a medium biopsy (3) is to obtain a tissue sample for histopathological examination to diagnose or rule out conditions such as cancer, precancerous lesions, infections, autoimmune diseases, and other abnormalities. The results help clinicians determine the nature of a lesion (benign or malignant), the specific type of disease, and guide appropriate treatment strategies, including surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.
- Test Code
- 6138
- CPT Code
- 88305
- ICD Code
- Z12.9
- Price
- ₹4,500
- Sample Type
- Tissue
- Result Time
- Results are typically available within 4 days after the laboratory receives the specimen.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Histopathology, Microscopic examination
Sample Collection
A doctor's prescription is required for this test. Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking, especially blood thinners. You may be advised to stop certain medications before the procedure. Fasting is not required.
Method: Surgical biopsy or needle biopsy
Laboratory Analysis
The biopsy procedure is performed by a qualified surgeon or radiologist. Local anesthesia is usually given. The tissue sample is carefully removed and placed in a container with formalin. You may feel slight pressure or discomfort, but it is generally well-tolerated.
Report Delivery
After the biopsy, you may experience mild soreness or bleeding at the site. Follow your doctor's instructions for wound care. The tissue sample is sent to the lab for analysis. Results are typically available in 4 days.
Timeline: Results are typically available within 4 days after the laboratory receives the specimen.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The primary purpose of a medium biopsy (3) is to obtain a tissue sample for histopathological examination to diagnose or rule out conditions such as cancer, precancerous lesions, infections, autoimmune diseases, and other abnormalities. The results help clinicians determine the nature of a lesion (benign or malignant), the specific type of disease, and guide appropriate treatment strategies, including surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.
How to Prepare
- Tissue must be placed in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin immediately after collection
- The container must be properly labeled with patient details and site of biopsy
- The specimen should be transported to the laboratory at room temperature
- Avoid freezing the specimen
- Ensure the specimen container is leak-proof
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"A medium biopsy of 5-8 cm provides adequate tissue for accurate histopathological diagnosis, which is crucial for guiding treatment decisions in cancer and other diseases."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Specimen not in formalin
- Unlabeled or mislabeled specimen
- Inadequate tissue sample
- Specimen container leaking
- Specimen received in expired or inappropriate fixative
Understanding Your Results
Benign lesion
No malignancy detected; may require follow-up or surgical removal if symptomatic
Malignant lesion
Cancer confirmed; further staging and treatment planning required
Inflammatory changes
Suggests infection or autoimmune condition; additional tests may be needed
Atypical cells
Indeterminate; may require additional testing or repeat biopsy
Consult your doctor if you experience new or worsening symptoms such as persistent pain, swelling, or unexplained weight loss. Also, discuss the biopsy results with your doctor to understand the implications and next steps.
Limitations
- ⚠Biopsy may not represent the entire lesion (sampling error)
- ⚠Some lesions may require additional immunohistochemistry or molecular testing
- ⚠Interpretation may be limited by tissue quality
- ⚠Results are diagnostic but not prognostic in all cases
Risks & Considerations
- ●Bleeding at the biopsy site
- ●Infection
- ●Pain or discomfort
- ●Bruising
- ●Damage to surrounding structures (rare)
Interfering Factors
- ●Inadequate tissue sample size
- ●Improper fixation or delayed fixation
- ●Crush artifacts from surgical handling
- ●Necrotic tissue may hinder diagnosis
- ●Previous radiation or chemotherapy may alter histology
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