What type of biopsy is done with a large-gauge needle inserted into the tumor to obtain several long pieces of tissue?
A)core needle
B)excisional
C)fine-needle aspiration
D)punch

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A core needle biopsy is done using a large-gauge needle that is inserted into the tumor to obtain several long pieces of tissue. This type of biopsy is more invasive than a fine-needle aspiration biopsy, but less invasive than an excisional biopsy. A punch biopsy involves removing a small, circular area of tissue.

What Type of Biopsy Is Done with a Large-Gauge Needle