Look up: Brush Biopsy

1. brush biopsy
   Type: Term Definitions: 1. biopsy obtained by abrading the surface of a lesion with a brush to obtain cells and tissue for microscopic examination.
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2. brush biopsy
   Biopsy obtained by passing a bristled catheter into the ureter or pyelocalyceal system to remove cells from suspected areas of disease by entrapping them in the bristles. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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3. brush biopsy
   one in which the sample is obtained by a brush with stiff bristles introduced through an endoscope, such as for a tissue sample from an inaccessible place such as the renal pelvis or bronchus.
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4. Brush biopsy
   Brush biopsy is a painless procedure used to gather cells in the mouth. The dentist uses a small brush to take a tissue specimen, which is then sent to a laboratory for analysis to determine the presence of pre-cancerous or early stage cancerous cells. Laboratory results are used to determine the need for further procedures.
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5. Brush Biopsy
   Removal of cells with a brush tipped instrument. The cells are entrapped in the bristles by manipulating the instrument against the suspected area of disease or concern. Broader term(s): Biopsy
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