Match the following tests or procedures with their correct descriptions/definitions.

-Placement of a very thin needle inside the tumor mass and extracting cells for microscopic evaluation

Question

Match the following tests or procedures with their correct descriptions/definitions.

-Placement of a very thin needle inside the tumor mass and extracting cells for microscopic evaluation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fine needle aspiration involves placing a very thin needle inside the tumor mass and extracting cells for microscopic evaluation.

Answer: H
 Core needle biopsy involves using a larger needle to extract a small cylinder of tissue from the tumor for microscopic evaluation.

Answer: B
 Bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of bone and marrow tissue for microscopic evaluation.

Answer: F
 Exfoliative cytology involves collecting cells that have been shed or brushed off from the surface of a tumor or tissue for microscopic evaluation.

Answer: G
 Laparoscopy involves inserting a thin, lighted tube with a camera through a small incision in the abdomen to view inside the body for diagnostic or surgical purposes.

The remaining tests/procedures are:

A) b-hCG test: blood test to detect levels of human chorionic gonadotropin, which can indicate pregnancy or certain cancers
C) CA-125: blood test to detect levels of a protein that can indicate ovarian cancer
D) CEA test: blood test to detect levels of carcinoembryonic antigen, which can indicate certain cancers
E) estrogen receptor assay: lab test to determine if a tumor is sensitive to estrogen, which can help guide treatment
I) PSA test: blood test to detect levels of prostate-specific antigen, which can indicate prostate cancer.

Match the Following Tests or Procedures with Their Correct Descriptions/definitions