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Endometrial Biopsy
Overview & Description
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure in which the healthcare provider removes a small piece of tissue from the lining of the uterus.
Who is a candidate for the procedure?
An endometrial biopsy may be done for the following reasons:
How is the procedure performed?
The woman lies on her back, with her knees up and her feet in stirrups. The healthcare provider places a speculum within the vagina. This device helps enlarge the opening of the vagina. Then, the provider uses a metal grasper, called a tenaculum. This device straightens the angle of the uterus. Next, the healthcare provider passes a small, plastic or metal tube into the uterus. The provider uses a mild vacuum to remove endometrial cells. The cell sample is sent to the lab for study.