The difference between an excisional biopsy and an incisional biopsy is that an excisional biopsy involves the:

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An excisional biopsy involves the removal of the entire lesion for examination, whereas an incisional biopsy involves taking a sample or "bite" from the lesion, leaving the rest in place. Choices A and D describe other biopsy techniques, such as needle biopsy and shave biopsy, respectively.

The Difference Between an Excisional Biopsy and an Incisional Biopsy